Quit Smoking for Good: What Actually Works and Where To Start
Can over-the-counter products really help you quit smoking for good?
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In this Ask the Pharmacist segment, Dr. Shannon Yarosz, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Cedarville University, answers a common question: How does someone finally stop smoking for good — and where do they begin?
Dr. Yarosz explains the over-the-counter smoking cessation options available at your local pharmacy, including nicotine replacement therapy such as nicotine patches, nicotine gum, and nicotine lozenges. She discusses how each product works a little differently and why it is important to carefully read and follow the instructions on the box for safe and effective use.
Timestamps:
0:00 How to stop smoking — where do you begin?
0:33 Over-the-counter nicotine replacement therapy options
1:07 Choosing the right smoking cessation product
1:30 What to do if you start smoking again
1:55 Prescription medications for smoking cessation
2:19 How to submit your questions to Ask the Pharmacist
You will also learn how to choose the right product based on personal preference, how many cigarettes you smoke per day, and the intensity of your cravings. Dr. Yarosz encourages viewers not to give up if they relapse but instead to revisit their quit plan and consider trying a different approach. She also highlights prescription medications that may be available through a healthcare provider if over-the-counter options are not enough.
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In this episode of Ask the Pharmacist, Dr. Shannon Yarosz from Cedarville University explains how to quit smoking using over-the-counter nicotine replacement therapy, including patches, gum, and lozenges. She shares guidance on choosing the right product, what to do after a relapse, and when to consider prescription medications for additional support.