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tweetmeme_url = 'http://healthwizard.in/health-tips/smoking-contd-2';tweetmeme_source = 'healthwizard009'; Will nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) help? There are several drugs available to help you succeed to stop smoking and lessen the withdrawal symptoms. Nicotine replacement therapies are scientifically proven to improve many smokers’ chances of quitting successfully. They are available in tablet form, chewing gum, nasal spray or patches and are available without [...]

Will nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) help?

There are several drugs available to help you succeed to stop smoking and lessen the withdrawal symptoms.

Nicotine replacement therapies are scientifically proven to improve many smokers’ chances of quitting successfully. They are available in tablet form, chewing gum, nasal spray or patches and are available without prescription. The choice of which form of nicotine replacement to take is an individual one. Most are taken for a maximum of three months, during which time the smoker is gradually weaned.

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Nicotine patches. Initially, one patch is applied every 24hrs. Side effects include nausea, dizziness, headaches, difficulty sleeping and skin irritation.

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Nicotine tablets. 1 -2 tablets are placed under the tongue. These tablets can interact with certain drugs like warfarin and theophyllines.

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Nicotine nasal spray. One spray is applied to each nostril as required but one should not exceed 64 sprays a day.

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Nicotine inhalator. This looks like a cigarette. It is inhaled when the urge to smoke arises.

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Nicotine chewing gum. A piece of gum is chewed for about 30 minutes when the urge to smoke arises.

Nicotine replacement is not indicated for those with severe heart problems, those who have had a recent stroke, women who are pregnant and women who are breastfeeding.Zyban (bupropoion hydrochloride). This is a nicotine-free tablet available on prescription only. It works to help reduce nicotine cravings and alleviate the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal such as irritability, restlessness and difficulty in concentrating.

As with all medicines side effects can occur. The most common side effects of Zyban are a dry mouth, insomnia and headache.

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