Available over-the-counter NRT options for people 18 and older include: Nicotine patches applied to the skin (Eg: NicoDerm CQ) Nicotine gum (Eg: Nicorette) Nicotine lozenges that dissolve in the mouth (Eg: Nicorette Lozenge) These FDA-approved products offer a safer alternative to tobacco while helping manage nicotine cravings through gradual reduction
They are usually combated with nicotine-replacement therapy but will eventually resolve on their own, even without the said therapy
Practice Relaxation Techniques Because nicotine withdrawal can lead to anxiety, tension, and restlessness, consider relaxation strategies such as deep breathing, meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, and yoga to calm your mind and relax your muscles at the end of a long day
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As these skin reactions can be life-threatening, instruct patients to stop taking CHANTIX and contact a healthcare provider immediately at the first appearance of a skin rash with mucosal lesions or any other signs of hypersensitivity