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Quitting – Special Tips

Women who quit smoking greatly reduce their risk of dying early. Your body begins to heal after you STOP SMOKING!

Don’t give up hope. It may take 7 or more attempts over a number of years before you kick the habit for good. Each try brings you a step closer to success because you learn from each experience. Here are some hints to help you succeed:

  • Timing – Experts suggest you quit during the first two weeks of your menstrual cycle (Day 1 is when your period starts). If you do this, your nicotine withdrawal symptoms will be less severe.
  • Combination Therapy – Your chances of success will improve if you combine cessation counseling with medication to reduce physical symptoms of withdrawal and create a support network.
  • Effective Medications– Some studies suggest that Zyban, an antidepressant prescribed for smoking cessation may be more effective than nicotine replacement therapy for some women.
    • For information about medications, please go the left side of your screen and click on the “Medications” tab under “Menu”.
    • Medicaid, Medicare and some other insurance policies now cover the cost of prescribed nicotine replacement therapy Zyban and ChantixTM *
    • Speak to your doctor about the medication that is right for you.

 

* Please note, Medicaid and Medicare do not cover the nicotine lozenge.

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