Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation medications

Offered at both mental health and substnace abuse treatment centers Details:

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• name: Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation medications
• category: Ancillary Services
• Type: Uncategorized

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Description:
Are medications that do not contain nicotine but act on the brain to reduce a person's craving for tobacco. Some common medications are Bupropion (Zyban, Wellbutrin), and Nortriptyline (Pamelor). Medications are often prescribed in conjunction with behavioral counseling or support groups to provide the best chance for achieving long-term smoking abstinence. (http://www.mayoclinic.com)

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