If one is using nicotine replacements like Nicotine Gums or
Inhalers, then it may not be enough. You may require other
medications to get rid of the habit. These medications, along
with the nicotine replacements, will enhance your chances of
quitting smoking successfully.
Zyban Zyban (Bupropion) is a popular medication used my smokers.
The reduction in Nicotine intake or its partial withdrawal from
body often causes one depression. In this depressed mind, he/she
is likely to again go for a cigarette. Zyban helps one fight
this depression. It is an antidepressant drug that helps brain
fight those nicotine-craving chemicals in the body. Some studies
show that Zyban used along with a nicotine replacement greatly
helps one to quit smoking. If you are suffering from seizures,
eating disorder or are heavily alcoholic, then studies suggest
that one should not take Zyban. Pregnant women or breast-feeding
mothers should also avoid taking Zyban. Such women should be
careful while using any smoking quitting methods. In any case,
you should consult your doctor before starting to take it.
Telephone based help Many government organizations and
non-profit institutions run Quit Smoking telephone services
often called as Quitline. Specialists, on how to quit smoking,
talk to smokers counseling them on way of quitting smoking. They
help people avoid doing common mistakes while quitting smoking.
These lines provide that critical human support often required
boosting the confidence of the depressed smoker. Telephone
specialists can also help someone locate the right medical help
or the right medication. Often this lines guide smokers to join
support groups where one can freely talk to fellow mates looking
to quit smoking.
Acupuncture Some experts suggest using acupuncture technique to
quit smoking. Acupuncture involved inserting needles in certain
specific spots on the body. This, as claimed by the acupuncture
practitioners, help body regain its natural balance and enhance
its self-healing capacity. This in turn helps one to resist the
craving for smoking. However, there is no guarantee that this
therapy would always be successful. It is pretty safe with no
side effects. Some people may feel pain when the needles are
inserted. But this is often temporary pain and subsides with
time.
Smoking Deterrents The market of quit smoking medication is
filled with products, which claim to change the taste of tobacco
thereby helping people to quit smoking. There are also available
diets, which claim to curb the craving for smoking. However
their effectiveness is not guaranteed and the effect could be
different from person to person.
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