There are two methods of smoking cessation known as pharmacological and non-pharmacological. The pharmacological method involves prescription and over-the-counter products available at cessation clinics in government clinics and hospitals.
Smokers in a quit programme undergo Nicotine Replacement Therapy for a period of 3-6 months. They are given choices such as:
· Nicotine resin gum - this is placed between the cheek and the gum for 30-45 minutes.
· Nicotine trans-dermal patch - this is applied to the upper arm or upper body and removed after 24 hours and a new patch applied at a different skin site.
· Nicotine nasal spray - this provides rapid absorption.
· Nicotine lozenges - used the same way as the gum. The non-pharmacological methods include acupuncture, hypnosis, aversis smoking, various forms of gradual reduction, relapse prevention and group support.
by Ooi Siew Chung
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