QUIT TOCACCO

5 TIPS BY WHO TO QUIT TOBACCO

Published By Oishi Sarkar | 05 Jul, 2024

WHO

First-ever clinical treatment guidelines have been released by the World Health Organization (WHO) in an effort to help the 750 million+ tobacco users globally in quitting the tobacco.
Credit : Pexels
Here are 5 tips for helping you quit Tobacco.
Credit : Pexels

NRT

The WHO suggests NRT, or nicotine replacement therapy to get rid of tobacco addiction.
Credit : Pexels

Varenicline

A medication called Varenicline doesn't contain nicotine. For that, a prescription is required. It could be a particularly wise choice for people to stop smokingĀ 
Credit : Pexels

Bupropion

One FDA-approved antidepressant drug used to help people quit smoking is bupropion.It helps in the withdrawal and cravings associated with quitting smoking.
Credit : Pexels

Cytisine

Cytisine lessens the desire to smoke and lessens the intensity of nicotine withdrawal symptoms. Its molecular structure is similar to that of nicotine and varenicline.
Credit : Pexels

Counselling

The UN health agency has also recommended interventions like internet programs, smartphone apps, and group, individual, and phone counselling.
Credit : Pexels