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This is a form of nicotine replacement therapy, a method that releases specific doses of nicotine into your system gradually throughout the day. It helps reduce your cravings and relieve your withdrawal symptoms, both of which are associated with quitting smoking.
The patch is available in three doses: 21 mg, 14 mg and 7 mg. The dose you start with depends on the number of cigarettes you smoke each day. If your addiction has led you to smoke more than 10 cigarettes a day, you should begin with the 21 mg patch and gradually step down to the 14 and 7 mg doses as instructed by the manufacturer.
While the nicotine patch helps control the physical cravings, it does not help with the psychological addiction to smoking. Because of this, you should seek the assistance of a behavioral support group for smokers to increase your chances of success. -
Chantix is a prescription medication that can be useful for those who have unsuccessfully attempted to quit in the past by using various aids such as the patch or medications like Zyban. It works by reducing withdrawal symptoms and blocking the nicotine receptors in your brain. When you inhale the smoke from your cigarette, the receptors are unable to absorb the nicotine. This prevents the pleasurable effect smoking typically provides from taking place, and over time, your desire to smoke diminishes.
The average course of treatment lasts 12 weeks, although your doctor may prescribe it for a longer period of time depending on the length of time you have been smoking and your level of addiction. This may help ensure your success in the long run. -
Allen Carr was addicted to cigarettes, so much so that he smoked more than 100 cigarettes a day; this is equal to five packs. He discovered the techniques and methods to help him get rid of cigarettes for good, and he has now shared his secrets of success with more than 11 million people through his best-selling book, "The Easy Way to Quit Smoking."
In it, he helps you determine the psychological reasons behind your addiction, discusses the myth that smoking relieves stress and gives you alternative approaches to lighting up. While the first edition of his book was a hit, the second edition has already sold more than 4 million copies. In addition, there are millions of nonsmokers who have spoken of their own success when using Carr's techniques.
