Quitting smoking

Quitting smoking is not an easy decision and continue along this path is even less. This decision results in a phenomenon known as unpleasant withdrawal phenomena. It is both psychological and physical. To help cope with these moments of withdrawal, in addition to various methods of counseling, there are many technical devices which have means of action. This is part of NRT over the counter in pharmacies and other drugs.



Nicotine replacement therapy

As their name suggests, nicotine substitutes are based on nicotine. It is the nicotine that is the source of addiction. For substitutes, it uses the same basic molecule. But for these devices is the kinetic, that is to say, the mode of penetration of nicotine into the body, which is different. In the case of smoking, the nicotine from the system very quickly by pulmonary artery before reaching the brain (seven seconds). In the case of nicotine replacement therapy, it diffuses very slowly through the vein through the skin patches (patches) and oral mucosa for chewing gum, tablets and inhalers. The doses of nicotine are then administered in decreasing. These doses soothe the need for nicotine in the body. When the body has its dose of nicotine, less the person feels the urge to take a cigarette. The simultaneous use of several forms of nicotine replacement therapy is now accepted when necessary.