Other NRT Options for the Perimenopausal Smoker (Perimenopause and Smoking continued)
It should not be used for more than 6 months, because you may have kicked the habit of smoking, but you may become addicted to this spray as it is very easy to use.
If you have any nasal medical conditions, then your doctor may prescribe something else for you, since side effects of this spray concerns parts of your respiratory system.
Common side effects may last for a week or two and includes the following: runny nose, watery eyes, nasal irritation, coughing, sneezing, and throat irritation.
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Nicotine inhalers – also available only through prescription, this comes in a plastic tube with a nicotine cartridge inside. It’s physically like smoking a ciggie – except that the nicotine vapors are sent to your mouth, not the bloodstream – which some smokers find to be helpful. Inhalers are one of the most expensive forms of NRT.
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Nicotine lozenges – candy-type form of NRT, the nicotine lozenges are available in doses of 3 mg and 4 mg. The recommended dosage is 1 lozenge every 1 to 2 hours for 6 weeks; a lozenge every 2 to 4 hours for the 7th to 9th week; and a lozenge every 4 to 8 hours for weeks 10 to 12.
For best results, it is recommended to stop smoking when taking the lozenges. Do not eat or drink anything 15 minutes before using it. Never use more than 20 in a day. You should be able to stop using the lozenge after 12 weeks.
If you keep on smoking simultaneously while taking the lozenges, these are the possible side effects: nausea, hiccups, coughing, trouble sleeping, heartburn, migraine-like headaches, and gas.
These nicotine-busters are helpful, but only if you do your part too. Do not smoke while taking these, as said side effects may cause discomforts and pain. Remember that perimenopause and smoking simply do not mix. It would be futile to do symptomatic treatment of perimenopausal discomforts if you continue smoking. While the techniques may work, they just won’t be as effective as when you have a clean set of lungs to work with.
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