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We all know smoking is very harmful to our health but giving up can be hard. But you can stop smoking with AR Pharmacy Lyndhurst’s Stop Smoking Service. Smoking rates are dropping faster than ever and not smoking is quickly becoming the social norm. However, there are still more than 7 million adults who smoke in the UK.

Why giving up smoking is difficult?

Even people who have the strong desire to quit can find it hard and need support. That’s because the nicotine found in tobacco is very addictive and creates withdrawal symptoms and cravings. And it’s the withdrawal from the nicotine that makes quitting smoking hard. Common withdrawal symptoms include:

• Urge to smoke
• Weight gain
• Headaches
• Insomnia
• Concentration problems
• Fatigue
• Restlessness
• Irritability

Tips to help you quit smoking:

• Get support from friends by asking them to not smoke around you.
• Avoid replacing cigarettes with food – go for a five-minute walk instead of your cigarette break to reduce your cravings.
• Get an app or use a money jar to track how much money you are saving by not buying cigarettes.
• Stay positive – every day without a cigarette is a good thing.
• E-cigarettes may help you to quit smoking but are not a risk-free alternative.

How the Stop Smoking Service at AR Pharmacy Lyndhurst can help

Our trained stop smoking advisors can give you the advice and support to help you kick the habit for good and live a healthier life. You are more likely to successfully quit with help and advice, and we can provide Nicotine Replacement Therapy (e.g. nicotine lozenges, patches, gums, and sprays) with face to face support through the NHS, or you can buy these products over the counter.

If you live or work in Hampshire or Southampton, we can also supply prescription strength stop smoking medication in combination with free support from Smokefree Hampshire at Smokefree Hampshire / Your Stop Smoking Service.

How to get started

Come into the store or contact us online to enquire about Stop Smoking service in AR Pharmacy Lyndhurst.