Thinking about stopping smoking? Congratulations! Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death and disease in Australia. Stopping smoking is one of the most beneficial things a person can do to improve their health. Most people attempt to stop smoking several times before they are successful. We’re here to help!

Our friendly pharmacists can help with treatment selection, action planning and support you on your journey.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) can include a combination of long-term products such as a nicotine patches with a short form for cravings such as gums, lozenges and inhalers. Combining two forms of NRT therapy (e.g. patch plus an acute form) has been shown to be more effective than a single form of nicotine replacement.

To explore NRT options further, click below:

Prescription Medicines

Prescription Medications have significant evidence as being effective in a smoking cessation plan. If appropriate, a doctor will recommend you consider these as an option. It is important to talk about the risks and benefits of using any medication.

Nicotine E-Cigarette Products

Vaping is another term for an e-cigarette, a battery powered device that contains a liquid which can include nicotine. Doctors may prescribe nicotine vaping products (NVPs) for people who have tried to achieve smoking cessation with first-line therapy but failed and are still motivated to quit smoking.