Nicotine Replacement Therapy Choices

Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) is a family of smoking cessation aids that deliver a measured dose of nicotine to ex-smokers. Used as directed, NRTs offer the consumer the advantage of stepping down off of nicotine in a gradual way that reduces the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal . Follow the links below to learn more about the following...

Also known as NRTs, nicotine replacement therapy refers to a family of quit smoking aids that deliver a measured, controlled dose of nicotine to ex-smokers.

Nicotine replacement therapy offers ex-smokers several advantages, including a medically-supported program that is regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Take a look at the pros and cons of using the nicotine transdermal system, commonly known as the nicotine patch.

The nicotine in NRTs gives ex-smokers the benefit of weaning themselves gradually, but because it's addictive, it also carries a risk for misuse .

While NRTs can be risky if used inappropriately, they can work well when manufacturer's directions are followed carefully.

The nicotine inhaler is a NRT that consists of a plastic cigarette-like tube that houses a replaceable nicotine cartridge and a mouthpiece.

Originally, all forms of nicotine replacement therapy (NRTs) were available by prescription only. In recent years however, most of them have become over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.

Used as a quit smoking aid, nicotine nasal spary works by reducing nicotine cravings when the nicotine solution is sprayed into the sinuses through the nose.

Nicotine gum is a form of therapeutic nicotine that is designed to help ex-smokers gradually reduce the amount of nicotine they are used to receiving on a daily basis from cigarettes.

A reader asks: "I quit smoking 8 months ago, and I used nicotine gum to help me do it. I still chew the gum and think I may be addicted to it. What should I do?"

"NRTs are effective when used as directed and when the person is committed to quitting. If an individual does not really want to quit smoking and is not devoted to that goal, the patch will not be effective."

Nicoderm CQ ThinFlex is a thinner, more flexible nicotine patch.

Information about using nicotine gum as a quit smoking aid.

Directions for using nicotine nasal spray, along with information about possible side effects when using this drug.

The nicotine lozenge is a nicotine-based quit aid that comes in the form of a small, candy-like tablet.

Information and FAQs about nicotine replacement therapy ( NRTs )available to ex-smokers today.