HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

How To Quit Smoking?

Hi! I'm sixteen years old and i have been smoking since i was eight. I smoke a pack to a pack and a half everyday!! its horrible. I really hate smoking. Ive tried to quit before and even with support I just cant seam to do it. The only times I dont have any urges to smoke are when im sick. I know that since im underage i can not get any medications to quit smoking. I was wondering what i can do here though because i really feel i can not quit without a medication. Im desperate for help!! Thanks!
P.s. ive tried nicotine patches 21mg and they didnt help me at all. =[
Mon, 22 Dec 2014
Report Abuse
Psychiatrist,  's  Response
Hi.


I had gone through your query.
Main principle of smoking De addiction is motivational interviewing.

treatment goes Step by step.


Sudden smoking cessation can lead to psychological and physical withdrawal symptoms.

Anti craving agent can help to reduce craving like bupropion and nor tryptiline.

If you are my patients then i would like to treat with following regimen(steps)

1. Initially for 2 weeks NRT(nicotine replacement therapy)
2.Bupropion 150 mg for 1 week then 150 mg twice in a day for 3 months.
3.Anxiolytic and nortyptiline if require.
4. regular follow up and motivational counseling.

Better would be consult psychiatrist and get further help.

Glad to help you further.

Thank you.





I find this answer helpful
Note: In case of any other concern or query related to prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, or the recovery of persons with the any type of addiction or substance use, follow up with our Addiction Medicine Specialist. Click here to book a consultation now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Nicotine


Loading Online Doctors....
How To Quit Smoking?

Hi. I had gone through your query. Main principle of smoking De addiction is motivational interviewing. treatment goes Step by step. Sudden smoking cessation can lead to psychological and physical withdrawal symptoms. Anti craving agent can help to reduce craving like bupropion and nor tryptiline. If you are my patients then i would like to treat with following regimen(steps) 1. Initially for 2 weeks NRT(nicotine replacement therapy) 2.Bupropion 150 mg for 1 week then 150 mg twice in a day for 3 months. 3.Anxiolytic and nortyptiline if require. 4. regular follow up and motivational counseling. Better would be consult psychiatrist and get further help. Glad to help you further. Thank you.