Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) can double your chances staying smoke free. Nicotine replacement products do not contain toxic chemicals like Tar and Carbon Monoxide and are suitable for most individuals trying to quit smoking, but there are so many products on the market, so which is the right one for you?

Patches are applied to the skin and can be worn (depending on the product) for up to 24 hours, for example. NiQuitin CQ 21mg Step 1 Patches.

How Do They Work?

Patches work by allowing the nicotine to be absorbed through the skin. The nicotine patches provide a continuous stream of nicotine and so offer you around the clock protection even against tough morning cravings. You can apply a patch discreetly to any part of your upper body and they supply the same amount of nicotine whether you put it on your arm, back or chest.

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A gum such as Nicorette Freshmint Gum 4mg is suitable for those smoking more than 20 cigarettes a day. Gum is ideal for the relief of nicotine withdrawal symptoms as an aid to giving up smoking. It can be used to help smokers ready to stop smoking immediately and also to help smokers who need to cut down their cigarette use before stopping.

Gum is available in different strengths, Full Strength 4mg Gum and Low Strength 2mg Gum, so it is important to choose the correct strength to suit your individual smoking pattern.  Most people start by using between 8-12 and up to 15 pieces of gum each day. You should use the gum for at least three months and then gradually reduce the number of pieces you chew. If you start with the Full Strength 4mg Gum, you can switch to the Low Strength 2mg Gum during the reduction stage.

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Microtabs such as NiQuitin Mini‘s 4mg are dissolved quickly under the tongue. They are small, mint-flavoured nicotine lozenges that relieve cravings within minutes. They release their full dose three times faster than gum. (Speed of nicotine release in the mouth does not imply speed of craving relief.) When you feel like having a cigarette, simply try having a microtab and you can gradually reduce the amount you smoke.

Which Microtab is for you?

There are two strengths of tabs available: low and high. The number of cigarettes you smoke a day determines which strength is right for you. If you smoke 20 cigarettes or less a day then the 1.5 mg microtab is for you. If you smoke more than 20 cigarettes a day then go for the 4 mg Microtab.
 

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Lozenges, like Nicotinell Mint 2mg Lozenges are sucked slowly and like micro tabs are dissolved under the tongue. Lozenges are available in 1mg regular and 2mg extra strength. When used correctly,  lozenges can double your chances of quitting vs willpower alone!

Think of yourself as a non smoker, not a deprived ex-smoker! Initially you may find that you would still prefer a cigarette to patches or lozenges. However, once you stop smoking, you’ll find that your sense of smell and taste improve so you’ll start to find that you will start enjoying food more.
 

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Inhalators such as the Nicorette Inhalator release nicotine vapour which is absorbed through the mouth and throat. A Inhalator is sometimes known as the Inhaler. It keeps your hands busy, so if you are likely to miss the hand-to-mouth habit of smoking then this is most suitable for you. This Inhalator is made up of a mouthpiece and the replaceable nicotine cartridge. When you draw on the mouthpiece the cartridge releases nicotine to help relieve your cravings. And, because it is held like a cigarette, your hands are kept busy too.
 

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Nasal sprays like Nicorette nasal spray provide a quick dose of nicotine through the lining of your nose. If you smoke 20 or more cigarettes a day and get strong cravings throughout the day, a Nasal Spray is for you. It works fast so you get rapid relief from your craving and you can use it when you need it most.
 

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You should always check with your GP before taking nicotine replacement products if you are pregnant, breast feeding, have heart or circulatory conditions or take regular medication.