Tri- County Cessation Center

New York State Smokers Quitline

(1-866-697-8487)

www.nysmokefee.com

What to do when craving Nicotine?

The 5D’s

Delay the urge to smoke then it will pass.

Drink water, chew gum or have a healthy snack to fight cravings.

Do something else to distract your self…take a walk, call a friend, keep your hands busy by doing chores or squeezing a rubber ball.

Deep breaths will relax you. Close your eyes and take 10 slow deep breaths or meditate.

Discuss your thoughts and feelings with someone close to you.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy

Nicotine replacement products help relieve some of the withdrawal symptoms people experience when they quit smoking. There are several nicotine replacement products currently available over-the-counter in the United States, including two nicotine patches, nicotine gum and the recently approved nicotine lozenges. A nicotine nasal spray and a nicotine inhaler are available only by prescription. A non-nicotine pill, known as Zyban, is also available as a smoking cessation treatment option. To be most effective, nicotine replacement products should be used in conjunction with a behavior change program.
Over-the-Counter