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It’s great that you’re thinking about quitting! If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you should be aware that use of nicotine replacement therapy products like the patch or gum during pregnancy has been linked to low birth weight.

But smoking is more dangerous to you and your baby than using NRT. If you are unable to quit smoking by other methods, such as counseling offered by QuitNow Services or another quit support program, before using NRT talk to your doctor or pharmacist first about the potential risks and benefits.

It's great that you’re thinking about quitting! Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do to improve your heart health.

Given that you have been treated with a heart condition, you should be aware that there is some limited evidence that nicotine may aggravate heart disease through its stimulant effects. However, it is far more dangerous for those with heart disease to continue smoking than to use a nicotine replacement therapy product like the patch or gum.

Please consult your doctor or pharmacist and ensure he or she is aware of your condition prior to using NRT.

It's great that you’re thinking about quitting! Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do to improve your health.

Since you have had a serious cardiovascular event in the past 2 weeks, it is important to know the potential risks and benefits of using nicotine replacement therapy products like the patches and gum. NRT can have effects on the cardiovascular system, resulting in an increased heart rate and blood pressure. However, the evidence suggests that NRT use does not increase cardiovascular risk. And compared to the serious harm to your health from smoking, NRT may be a preferable option for you.

Please talk with your doctor about the right treatment for you before you use an NRT product. 

It's great that you’re thinking about quitting! Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do to improve your health.

Please consult your doctor or pharmacist and ensure he or she is aware of your condition prior to using a nicotine replacement product like the patch or gum.

It's great that you’re thinking about quitting! Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do to improve your health.

Please consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking a nicotine replacement product like the patches or gum. Quitting smoking can change how some drugs work, and your doctor may need to modify some of your medications after you quit.

Based on your answer, the gum may not be the best option for you. People who have problems with the jaw joint or have had dental work that could be impacted by the gum may want to consider another medication.

If you want to try the patches instead, just set the available method drop down box to patches instead of gum.

Also, at your next visit to the doctor, you might also consider asking about prescription drugs such as bupropion (brand name Zyban®) or  varenicline (brand name Champix®) if the gum or patches are not a good fit for you.

Based on your answer, the patch may not be the best option for you. People with skin disorders, sensitive skin or allergies to adhesive may have difficulties with the patch and another medication may be preferable.

If you want to try the gum instead, just set the available method drop down box to gum instead of patch.

Also, at your next visit to the doctor, you might also consider asking about prescription drugs, such as bupropion (brand name Zyban®) or  varenicline (brand name Champix®) if the gum or patches are not a good fit for you.

The following information may help you choose the right dose for you.  According to the product monograph (information included with the Thrive® nicotine gum), people usually take the 4mg gum when they smoke more than 25 cigarettes per day, and the 2mg gum when they smoke 25 or fewer cigarettes per day. For more information, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1.

The following questions will help you choose the right dose for you.  According to the product monograph (information included with the Habitrol® nicotine patch), people usually start with the 21mg patch when they smoke more than 10 cigarettes per day; and the 14mg patch when they smoke 10 or fewer cigarettes per day.  The 7mg patch is another option for people who may need less nicotine.
For more information, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1.