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Want to quit smoking
I am addicted to smoking and want to quit it. Tried without medication but was not able to quit. Need help or advise
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You are motivated to quit smoking.
That's the first and most important step. The battle is half won already.
You will quit multiple times and resume smoking again. It's a habit and it will take multiple attempts to break.
This happens to all smokers who try to quit. You are not alone.
There are tablets (vareniciline) available on prescription.
Next Steps
seek a psychiatrist to help in identifying your stressor. ( the root-cause of your addiction)
once you tackle the stressor, you will find it easier to quit.
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There are chewing gum/patches for the same
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Need proper evaluation and counseling. Better take psychiatry advice.
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Dr. Sudipta Mishra
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Sambalpur
There are transdermal patches,lozenges, chewing gums for smoking.
However other medications are also advised.
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consult with a doctor
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Dr. Nikhil Tomar
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Greater Noida
You can start nicotine tablets ( nicotex) .
You can start counselling sessions for de addiction
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Consult for detailed opinion.
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