Quit Smoking

Quitting Smoking can be hard but there are several different treatments available from shops, pharmacies and on prescription to help you beat your addiction and reduce withdrawal symptoms.

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How it Works

Book Your Consultation

Book your face to face appointment using our simple online booking system.

Attend Your Consultation

Our Pharmacist will assess your suitability for treatment.

Take Your Treatment Home

Collect your order from our store on the same day!

Why You Should Stop Smoking

Even people who really want to quit can find it hard. That’s because the nicotine found in tobacco is very addictive and creates withdrawal symptoms and cravings. And it’s the withdrawal from the nicotine that makes quitting smoking hard. Common withdrawal symptoms include:

– Urge to smoke
– Weight gain
– Headaches
– Insomnia
– Concentration problems
– Fatigue
– Restlessness
– Irritability

 

How to Stop Smoking

Below are some tips to help you quit smoking:

– Get support from friends by asking them to smoke around you.
– Don’t replace cigarettes with food – go for a five-minute walk instead of your cigarette break to reduce your cravings.
– Save the money you would have spent on cigarettes in a jar so you can see your progress
– Stay positive – every day without a cigarette is a good thing
– E-cigarettes may help to quit smoking but are not a risk-free alternative

You can also use different therapies to help you quit such as hypnotherapy, acupuncture, or counselling. Find what works for you.

Zyban tablets can help reduce or control your nicotine cravings. This type of medications is a 12-week course that allows for complete withdrawal from your cigarette addiction.

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Just like your local GP, we’re here to support you with expert, confidential advice and treatment but without the waiting time. With pick up in store, you’ll get fast access to the treatment you need, if suitable for you.

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