Possible Health Effects |
Short-term |
Increased blood pressure, breathing, and heart rate. |
Long-term |
Greatly increased risk of cancer, especially lung cancer when
smoked and oral cancers when chewed; chronic bronchitis; emphysema;
heart disease; leukemia; cataracts; pneumonia. |
Other Health-related Issues |
Pregnancy: miscarriage, low birth weight, premature delivery, stillbirth, learning and behavior problems. |
In Combination with Alcohol |
Unknown. |
Withdrawal Symptoms |
Irritability, attention and sleep problems, increased appetite. |
Treatment options |
Medications |
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Bupropion (Zyban®)
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Varenicline (Chantix®)
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Nicotine replacement (gum, patch, lozenge)
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Behavioral Therapies |
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Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
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Self-help materials
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Mail, phone, and Internet quit resources
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