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| Quit Smoking Medication |
Question:
What medication is available to help me quit smoking.
Answer:
Medications can help you quit smoking and lessen the urge to smoke.
Zyban is the first nicotine-free pill that, as part of a comprehensive
program from your health care professional, can help you quit smoking.
It's prescription medicine is available only from your health care
professional for smokers 18 and older.
There is also Nicotine Replacement Therapy. In the form of patches, losenges,
gum, inhaler all available over the counter.
Everyone who is trying to quit may benefit from using a medication. If you are
pregnant or trying to become pregnant, nursing, under age 18, smoking fewer
than 10 cigarettes per day, or have a medical condition, talk to your doctor or
other health care provider before taking medications.
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