Quit-Smoking/10 myths about stop smoking treatments There are often myths and misconceptions surrounding nicotine and stop smoking medicines including nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) and prescription tablets. Here are 10 common myths, and the truth behind them. 1. MYTH: Stop smoking treatments dont really work THE FACTS: All stop smoking treatments work better when used alongside a programme of stop smoking support, which includes:
Read more about how the NHS Stop Smoking Service can help you quit. 2. MYTH: Nicotine causes cancer THE FACTS: 3. MYTH: Using more than one NRT product at a time, or at the same time as an e-cigarette is dangerous THE FACTS: The maximum strength of nicotine for use in e-cigarettes sold in the UK is 20mg/ml. There is no risk of serious harm from nicotine poisoning when vaping e-cigarettes. Nausea and vomiting are the most likely side-effects if someone is absorbing excessive amounts of nicotine. Care should be taken when handling and storing e-liquid and they should be kept out of the reach of children. Read more about how to cope with cravings. 4. MYTH: Champix and Varenicline will make me feel depressed THE FACTS: One of the short-term potential side-effects of stopping smoking (regardless of medication used) is low mood. Therefore it is advisable to talk over any concerns with your doctor or NHS stop smoking advisor beforehand, especially if youve had depression or another mental illness before. Be aware of your mood while you are quitting and tell your doctor if you notice any change. Find out more about stop smoking treatments. 5. MYTH: Nicotine replacement therapy is expensive THE FACTS: Even if you have to pay for your NRT, it is likely that this short-term cost will be lower than that of buying cigarettes. The long-term savings can be significant. It is estimated that an average smoker can save up to £3,000 a year by quitting for good. E-cigarettes are currently the most popular quit aid in the UK. While these are not available through the NHS, many vapers also report significant financial savings by switching from tobacco to e-cigarettes. 6. MYTH: Vaping is as harmful as smoking cigarettes THE FACTS: Research has found that vaping poses only a fraction of the risks of smoking, and switching completely from smoking to vaping can offer substantial health benefits. There is a strong agreement among health bodies including the Royal College of Physicians, British Medical Association, Cancer Research UK, UK Centre for Tobacco and Alcohol Studies and others, that e-cigarettes support smokers to quit cigarettes. 7. MYTH: I cant use stop smoking treatments if Im pregnant THE FACTS: Talk to your stop smoking advisor or midwife about your treatment options. Though the prescription tablets Champix and Zyban cannot be used in pregnancy, NRT products such as patches, gum, lozenges, microtabs, the inhalator and nasal sprays can be helpful if youre finding it hard to quit. These licensed NRT medicines should be the first option for pregnant smokers trying to quit, but if using an e-cigarette helps a pregnant woman to stop smoking and remain smokefree, it is much safer for both her and the baby than continuing to smoke. Read about stopping smoking in pregnancy. 8. MYTH: Ive had a heart attack so I cant use NRT THE FACTS: 9. MYTH: Nicotine replacement products are as addictive as smoking THE FACTS: Most ex-smokers are able to effectively wean themselves off NRT after the recommended 12-week course. However, for those that continue to use NRT long-term, the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE) says that ongoing use of nicotine containing products will be considerably less harmful than smoking. 10. MYTH: E-cigarettes are not an effective quitting aid THE FACTS: As with any stop smoking aid, users achieve the best success rates when combining their product with behavioural support from a trained stop smoking advisor. BestCareCompare | ||||||
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