Contents:
- Medical Video: Stop Smoking : How to Use Patches to Stop Smoking
- Can i use lozenge and nicotine patch at the same time?
- High doses of nicotine replacement therapy for heavy smokers
Medical Video: Stop Smoking : How to Use Patches to Stop Smoking
There is no evidence to suggest that there is one type of nicotine replacement therapy or Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) that is better than the others. When deciding which choice you will use, choose a method that suits your lifestyle and smoking pattern. Do you need something in your mouth? Something that keeps your hands busy?
Here are some important points that can help you choose:
- Chewing gum, lozenge, and nicotine inhalers are substitutes for nicotine that can control doses to help you control your desire to smoke.
- Nicotine gum and lozenge are generally sugar-free, but if you have diabetes and feel worried, ask your doctor first.
- Nicotine nasal spray works quickly when you need it.
- Nicotine inhalers help you by mimicking the use of cigarettes by sucking and holding inhalers. The inhaler also works quickly.
- Nicotine patch is easy to use and only needs to be installed once a day.
- Inhalers and nasal spray require a doctor's prescription.
- Some people cannot use patches, inhalers or nasal spray due to allergies or other conditions.
- Nicotine gum can stick to the denture, making it difficult to chew.
Whatever type you use, use the recommended dosage. If you use other doses or stop using too early, therapy will not be effective. Whether you are a heavy smoker or a light smoker, you need to consult a doctor to adjust to your needs.
Can i use lozenge and nicotine patch at the same time?
Using nicotine patches with products that work lightly, such as gum, lozenge, nasal spray or inhalers are other methods of nicotine replacement therapy. The point is to use a stable patch dosage, then use other light products when you are desperate to smoke.
Combination therapy includes two types of nicotine products, such as nicotine patches and lozenge, at the same time. You need to consult a doctor or pharmacist before using combination therapy. Combination therapy can be recommended if you have the desire to return to smoking or if you have not succeeded in quitting smoking when using only one product.
Research shows that using combination therapy increases the success of quitting smoking compared to using one product only. Some experts advise smokers who are dependent on using combination therapy. Research shows that suppressing feelings of cravings will increase the chances of success. However, living in a house full of cigarette smoke can make the process of stopping difficult.
Combination therapy has been approved for use of 15 mg 16 hour patch or 21 mg 24 hour patch with 2 mg nicotine gum, 2 mg nicotine lozenge or 1.5 mg mini lozenge. After installing patches to reduce nicotine "sakau" symptoms, lozenge is used to reduce the desire to smoke, which can be triggered by certain situations and emotions. Product information recommends at least 4 lozenge and no more than 12 lozenge per day.
High doses of nicotine replacement therapy for heavy smokers
Another option is to give a higher dose of nicotine than the nicotine dose obtained from cigarettes. High doses of nicotine with patches have been studied in patients who receive 35 - 63 mg of nicotine per day. Research shows that "sakau" symptoms disappear after being given a higher dose without harmful effects on the heart and circulation. Patients are monitored specifically to ensure safe conditions. But not much is known about this choice and the results of his research are not official. High doses of nicotine should only be done with a doctor's instructions and supervision. The condition will worsen if you have heart disease or other health problems.
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