Methods of smoking cessation
Weaning is a set of methods to quit
smoking and combat psychological dependence, physical and
NRT are mainly used to replace the
usual intake of nicotine in the subject to reduce the signs of withdrawal.
There are several forms of nicotine
replacements.
Chewing gum or chewing gum, lozenges
Action Release of a specific and
limited amount of nicotine in the mouth
Indications For subjects who smoke
irregularly
Possible Side Effects Dizziness,
headache, hiccups, stomach pain, inflammation of the mouth
Patch or patch
Action sticker that sends nicotine
through the skin
Indications For regular smokers
Possible side effects insomnia,
malaise
Compressed or microtabs
Action tablet placed under the
tongue and melts gradually spreading of nicotine in the mouth.
No special indications
Possible side effects Ulcers
Inhaler
Action system used to combat
behavioral dependence (the usual gestures) with the release of nicotine vapor.
No special indications
Possible side effects irritation of
the mouth and throat
Nasal Spray (under prescription)
Action Liberation of nicotine in the
nasal cavity.
Indications For smokers with a state
of highly addictive.
Possible side effects irritation of
the nasal mucosa and cold
Drugs
Bupropion (ZybanR)
Action
Reduces the pleasure of smoking by
acting on dopamine
Reduces withdrawal syndrome
Limit weight gain
Possible side effects
Insomnia
Dry mouth and throat
Tremors, dizziness and headaches
Hives
Stomach pain
Varenicline (ChampixR)
Action
Reduces the withdrawal symptoms
because binds to the receptors for nicotine in the brain.
Reduces relapse
Possible side effects
Risk of depression with suicidal
ideation
Heart disease
Diabetes
Drowsiness
Antidepressants and anxiolytics can
be administered in addition to these médicaments.ementale of nicotine.
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