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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_heading title=”What are nicotine free medications? ” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” text_font_size=”21px” text_line_height=”1.8em” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n
Nicotine free medications are treatments that help you quit smoking by reducing cravings and helping with withdrawal symptoms. They work by reducing the urge to smoke or by making it less satisfying.<\/p>\n
Used alongside support and a clear plan, they can make quitting more comfortable and increase your chances of staying smoke free.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”How quickly do they work?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||divi||400″ icon_color=”#FFD500″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_font_size=”26px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” body_font_size=”21px” body_line_height=”1.8em” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Stopping smoking is different for everyone. Most people notice fewer cravings within the first few days – medication can help you through this period and make cravings feel weaker and easier to ignore.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Are they safe?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||fa||900″ icon_color=”#FFD500″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_font_size=”26px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” body_font_size=”21px” body_line_height=”1.8em” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Yes. Stop smoking medications are carefully tested and safe. Cigarettes contain thousands of harmful chemicals – stop smoking medications are designed to give you support to stop without the harmful smoke.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Will I always need them?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||fa||900″ icon_color=”#FFD500″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_font_size=”26px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” body_font_size=”21px” body_line_height=”1.8em” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n It is very unlikely. Stop smoking medications are used for a short time to help your brain adjust to life without smoking.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”36px|auto||auto||”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” text_font_size=”21px” text_line_height=”1.8em” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/feelgoodsuffolk.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/NHS-Better-Health-logo-long.png” alt=”NHS better Health logo” title_text=”NHS Better Health logo (long)” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-11px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”12px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_6,1_6,1_6″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”26px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” text_font_size=”21px” text_line_height=”1.8em” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n These medicines do not contain nicotine, but they can help with withdrawal symptoms.<\/strong><\/p>\n Varenicline and Cytisine are now offered as part of a limited trial until November 2026 using a select number of pharmacies. These pharmacies will undertake a consultation and prescribe these medications.<\/p>\n The medication will be offered for FREE<\/strong> for clients registered with Feel Good Suffolk and who are suitable for the medication, have high motivation and have tried other ways to stop smoking. PLEASE NOTE – All clients must have a Feel Good Suffolk referral. Medication is not guaranteed. <\/em>Bupropion is not offered as part of the trial<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_6″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Bupropion ” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||fa||900″ icon_color=”#FFD500″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|700|||||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” body_font_size=”21px” body_line_height=”1.8em” sticky_enabled=”0″ header_font_size=”25px”]<\/p>\n Sometimes called Zyban, it works by changing chemicals in your brain to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_6″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Varenicline” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||fa||900″ icon_color=”#FFD500″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|700|||||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” header_font_size=”25px” body_font_size=”21px” body_line_height=”1.8em” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Formerly available as Champix, helps you quit by blocking nicotine\u2019s effects in your brain.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_6″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Cytisine” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||fa||900″ icon_color=”#FFD500″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|700|||||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” header_font_size=”25px” body_font_size=”21px” body_line_height=”1.8em” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n It works by blocking nicotine’s effects in your brain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Nicotine free medicine\u00a0Nicotine free medications can make it easier to quit by helping to reduce cravings and withdrawal so you can stay focussed on your goalOn this page, you’ll find information about different nicotine free medications, how they work and how Feel Good Suffolk can help you find the best option for you.Nicotine free medications […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":238859,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-241844","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nNHS Better Health<\/a><\/strong><\/h1>\n
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There are three main medications for stopping smoking which are in tablet form.<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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