Nicotine Replacement Therapies (NRT)
Nicotine patches are applied on bare skin with a soft seal, similar to a bandage. Nicotine gum is briefly chewed in a certain way, and then placed between the cheek and gums. Nicotine lozenges are placed in the mouth until slowly dissolved.
Nicotine Patches
Nicotine Gum
Nicotine Lozenges
Nicotine inhalers include a cartridge attached to a mouthpiece that delivers a specific amount of nicotine to the user with each puff. Nicotine inhalers are available by prescription. Nicotine nasal sprays are sprayed into the nose through a pump bottle. Nasal sprays are available by prescription. Bupropion is an oral medication or pill that can reduce nicotine withdrawal and the urge to smoke. Bupropion, also known by its brand name Zyban®, can be used safely with nicotine containing products such as nicotine patches, gum or lozenges. Bupropion or Zyban® are available by prescription. Varenicline is an oral medication that can reduce nicotine withdrawal and the urge to smoke. Varenicline, also known by its brand name Chantix®, blocks the effects of nicotine if the individual uses tobacco again. Varenicline or Chantix® are available by prescription.
Nicotine Inhaler
Nicotine Nasal Spray
Bupropion
Varenicline
Take the first step to becoming smokefree
Over the Counter NRT and Prescription Quit Aids are effective ways to get you started on your quit journey.
Over The Counter NRT
There are different kinds of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) you can get without a prescription. These products give the user a small and steady amount of nicotine, and include nicotine patches, gum and lozenges.
Prescription Quit Aids
Other ways to quit require a prescription from a doctor. These include nicotine replacement therapy, like nicotine inhalers and nicotine nasal sprays. Doctors can also prescribe medications that reduce nicotine withdrawal and the urge to smoke, like Bupropion, also known by its brand name Zyban®, and Varenicline, also known by its brand name Chantix®.
All of these medications are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which means they are proven safe and effective. Always read the label and instructions, and only use as directed.
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions, and/or if you:
- are pregnant or nursing
- have a serious medical condition
- are currently using other medications
- are under 18 years of age
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