Quit smoking shot, anyone help?

Question

I just asked the same question but not getting many answers with that headline question. Need to know anything about it, cost, what is in it, is it worth the money, side effects. Any help would be appreciated.

Answer 1

There is a shot called NicVax. It costs between $350-$500. I'm researching it myself now and looking for where I can find it at. I don't know what is in it but you should be able to look that name up and find more about it. I know it is aggravating to hear all these people say just quit, it isn't that easy for everyone and I wish you luck with your search on this.

Answer 2

The shots typically include the drugs atropine and scopolamine. Both belong to a group of medications known as anticholinergics, which block a chemical that is responsible for certain nervous-system activities. Normally they are used with anesthesia during surgery and as a treatment for Parkinson's disease, motion sickness and certain gastrointestinal problems, among other things. The drugs aren't approved as stop-smoking treatments, but doctors are free to use them for this purpose.

Before getting the shots, patients undergo a medical exam to rule out problems that may disqualify them. They then typically receive three injections -- one in the arm or hip, followed by two behind the ear. The process takes 60 to 90 minutes.

Contrary to what the ads may imply, though, the treatment doesn't end there. For two weeks, the person has to take tablets containing atropine and wear a scopolamine patch behind the ear. At most clinics the treatment also includes educational materials or counseling on how to change behaviors associated with smoking. The cost for everything ranges from $350 to $500, which insurance sometimes partially covers.

Proponents say the shots and medications work by blocking nicotine receptors in the body, preventing people from experiencing withdrawal symptoms when they stop smoking. But not all addiction experts buy that idea, saying that only very high doses of atropine (far above those that anyone uses) may possibly have this effect.

Though some clinics boast of success rates of over 80%, this refers only to the first month or two. There's little solid research on the long-term effectiveness of injections. The only published study, which dates to 1986 and didn't include a comparison group, found about 40% of people who received shots weren't smoking after a year. Success rates for other methods are considerably lower.

Side effects of the treatment, which are temporary, can include dry mouth, dizziness, confusion, blurry vision and difficulty urinating. Excessive doses of anticholinergic drugs can lead to hallucinations, strokes, heart attacks and comas. The treatment isn't appropriate for people who have heart rhythm or prostate problems, take multiple mood-altering drugs, or are pregnant.

Given the side effects and risks, shots are best used only after other quit-smoking methods have failed. Before signing up, ask about the clinic's long-term success rates, and request to speak with other patients who have had the treatment. Make sure the clinic offers counseling and support, which are often crucial for success. Don't expect shots, by themselves, to be a quick fix.

Answer 3

the best way is to just put them down and say that's it once u get past 4 weeks your safe but can still go back to smoking after so many months have a drag and that will put u off for longer i quit last yr and i smoked allot and i was smoking a cigarette then i just said "u know what i wanna quit and i can" then i put out the cig and didn't touch one till about a week i was having the lil puffs no one new about then i just said i don't need it then quit it was really hard but whenever i wanted one i just ate chewing gum or sucked lollies then ur mind will tell u to have one and i kept saying to myself no i don't need one then after a lil bit i try ed getting out of my habit and about a month later i had one puff of a cig and it taste and smelt nasty but if u really need help i would say the patches will do good. good luck.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

Just stop buying cigarettes. You're throwing your money out the window. Buy some gum to chew on instead. Or go to the park and walk or go to the gym or something just to keep your mind active so it doesn't think about having a cigarette.

MJ

Answer 7

QUIT! Join an online community that support eachother through being smoke-free. I'm part of NJquitnet. check it out and go from there. ALl the info you need is there.

Answer 8

Here is the link from the above poster who copied and pasted the information from the site and didn't include a link.

Answer 9

i don;t know of this shortcut i do know'that with the nicotine patch's is a good way to quit smoking.....i did 22millagram for 5days 'then go to 14mgs for 5days then go to the lowest milligram for 3days and you;ll be done...i did this recipe to quit after 41yrs and it worked 'with lots of gums and hard candies,,cut in half straws helped also'so i could always have something in my hand always,,,,good luck !!!!!!

Answer 10

smoking is an oral fixation, let me know if you need somethin else to stick in your mouth