Nicotine Replacement Therapy: Nicotine Patch and Counseling

Combining NRTs is more effective than using either alone. Participating in behavioral counseling while using this medication will increase your likelihood of staying tobacco-free.

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If you use tobacco occasionally while taking the medicine, don’t give up. Continue to take the medicine and try not to use tobacco. 

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Using medication together with behavioral counseling gives you the best chance of stopping tobacco use. Talk with your health care provider about the best medication for you.

What NRT Can You Combine?

Nicotine Patch, Lozenge, and Counseling

The patch and lozenge release nicotine to help decrease withdrawal symptoms and control cravings. Use with counseling for your best chance of quitting tobacco.

Nicotine Patch, Gum, and Counseling

The patch and gum release nicotine to help decrease withdrawal symptoms and control cravings. Combine with counseling for your best chance of quitting tobacco.