Aids For Quitting
Medications
Your doctor can actually prescribe medications that help those who are trying to quit smoking. Bupropion or Zyban reduces cravings and other withdrawal symptoms without the use of nicotine. This medication is actually an antidepressant that may mimic the effects of tobacco in the brain.
Buspirone (BuSpar) is a tranquilizer that appears to be effective in helping smokers deal with feelings of anxiety resulting from tobacco withdrawal.
Other antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications can work as well; these can help to calm cravings ... Read More »
Nicotine Replacement
Nicotine Replacement Therapy, or NRT, is a common method of introducing nicotine to the body through a means other than cigarettes. Let's cover the common forms of NRT here.
Nicotine Patches
The nicotine patch is probably one of the most commonly used and well-known products that is meant to help someone quit smoking.
A nicotine patch is a transdermal delivery system that administers nicotine into the system through the skin. This allows a person to get their nicotine "fix" while learning to live ... Read More »