Various
smoking cessation aids have been proven to help
individuals become tobacco-free. Listed are a few
of the products available through University Health
Services and the Office of Health Promotion. A more
comprehensive overview is provided during the program
sessions.
Smoking Cessation Aids: Nicotine Replacement Therapy
Zyban® (prescription Bupropion/Wellbutrin)
Nicotine Replacement Therapy is
a broad category that covers several products such
as the nicotine patch, nicotine gum, lozenges, nasal
spray or inhalers.
Nicotine Patch: the patch eases
nicotine withdrawal symptoms by steadily releasing
nicotine through the skin, into the system throughout
the day.
Nicotine Gum: chewing nicotine gum
readily releases nicotine into the system relieving
the cravings produced by withdrawal. Some individuals
find that the gum helps them deal with the behavioral
habit (or act of smoking) as well.
Lozenges: the lozenge works along
the same lines as the nicotine gum.
Nicotine Nasal Spray: the nicotine
is delivered into the system through the lining
of the nose.
Nicotine Inhaler: with the inhaler
nicotine will enter the body more slowly than by
smoking. The inhaler delivers nicotine into the
mouth by puffing on the cartridges.
Zyban® (Bupropion®): this is a non-nicotine
prescription pill that targets chemicals in the
brain relating to the urge to smoke and to withdrawal
symptoms.
Office
of Health Promotion
