Stop Smoking treatment

The World Health Organization declares smoking as one of the world's biggest public health enemies. So it is not surprising that its effects are debilitating and cause many serious diseases. However, if you or someone you know smokes, it's never too late. There are Stop Smoking Services in many areas of the UK.

One of the main effects of smoking is lung cancer. Seven out of ten people in the UK are diagnosed with lung cancer due to smoking. You might think that smokers are the only ones affected by their actions. Unfortunately, non-smokers are more susceptible to this disease when exposed to second-hand smoke. Additionally, smoking harms every organ in your body. 

Other diseases caused by smoking are:

  • COPD 
  • heart disease and other coronary diseases
  • lung diseases like asthma, respiratory infections, and more
  • infants who have parents who smoke are at risk for SIDS or sudden infant death syndrome

The NHS suggests many ways to stop smoking completely. In addition, many shops and pharmacies carry alternatives to smoking to help you with your journey. However, treatments depend on your preference, age, medical condition, and situation. 

There are several stop-smoking treatment options. Here are some common ones you might find:

Nicotine Replacement Therapy 

One of the reasons why a smoker can't stop smoking is because cigarettes contain nicotine, an addictive substance that can make you crave another light.

Nicotine replacement therapy, or NRT, is a type of medication in the form of a patch, gum, inhalators, tablets or strips that slowly wean you off nicotine. You are given small amounts of nicotine without the harmful stuff that comes with smoking until you can finally manage life nicotine-free.

Your doctor can prescribe you NRTs, which are available in pharmacies and shops. If you live in Earlsfield, you can join the Stop Smoking treatment in Earlsfield. 

Bupropion

Another form of Stop smoking treatment is through prescription medication such as bupropion. It is usually used to treat depression but has shown significant user smoking withdrawal.

Pearl Chemist Group offers a Stop Smoking treatment in Tooting, Stop Smoking treatment in London, Stop Smoking treatment in Epsom, and Stop Smoking treatment in Streatham. Experts can help you choose the proper treatment for you.