Quit Smoking

Regardless of how long a person has been smoking or using other forms of tobacco, your Pharmasave pharmacist can help you become tobacco free, improving your quality of life and increasing positive health outcomes. Studies show that combining different methods of quitting smoking can provide better success rates. For instance, combining counselling and medication together has been shown to be more effective in helping individuals reach their quit smoking goals.

Pharmasave pharmacists are able to provide services, support and follow-up for people who want to become tobacco free, including:

• Recommending product options that can help people quit smoking, many of which are available without a prescription
• Assisting with planning and preparing for nicotine withdrawal and cravings
• Developing an individualized action plan and counselling sessions
• Coaching and motivational support with follow-up and monitoring
• Supporting individuals in making healthier diet and physical activity choices
• Providing advice on coping with stress and options for dealing with relapses
• Working collaboratively with other healthcare providers to ensure a comprehensive approach to quitting smoking
• Recommending other support networks and resources to help achieve quit smoking goals

Speak with your Pharmasave pharmacist to arrange a quit smoking consultation and for more information about becoming tobacco free.