FDA Approved Tobacco Cessation Medications
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved seven medications that can help smokers quit tobacco products. These medications can help smokers reduce their cravings for nicotine and make quitting easier.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)
Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) is a type of medication used to help smokers quit tobacco. NRT products contain nicotine, but without the other harmful chemicals found in cigarette smoke. NRT products include nicotine patches, gum, lozenges, inhalers, and nasal sprays.
Bupropion (Zyban)
Bupropion (Zyban) is an antidepressant medication that can also be used to help smokers quit tobacco. It works by reducing cravings for nicotine and helps to reduce withdrawal symptoms.
Varenicline (Chantix)
Varenicline (Chantix) is a prescription medication that helps reduce cravings for nicotine and can also help reduce withdrawal symptoms.
Nortriptyline (Pamelor)
Nortriptyline (Pamelor) is an antidepressant medication that can also be used to help smokers quit tobacco. It works by reducing cravings for nicotine and helps to reduce withdrawal symptoms.
Clonidine (Catapres)
Clonidine (Catapres) is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, but can also be used to help smokers quit tobacco. It works by reducing cravings for nicotine and helps to reduce withdrawal symptoms.
Mecamylamine (Inversine)
Mecamylamine (Inversine) is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, but can also be used to help smokers quit tobacco. It works by blocking the effects of nicotine in the brain and helps to reduce withdrawal symptoms.
Varenicline/Bupropion Combination (Chantix/Zyban)
Varenicline/Bupropion Combination (Chantix/Zyban) is a combination of two medications, varenicline and bupropion, which can be used to help smokers quit tobacco. It works by reducing cravings for nicotine and helps to reduce withdrawal symptoms.