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Can Nicotine Gum Be Used To Quit Smoking?

Hi I was just looking for the info providing being able to use a nicotine gum to cut done and hopefully quit smoking. I have heard you sholdn't do that because you could have a heart attack if you do both. could you recommend the best nicotine gum. My doctor didnt think Chantex was a good idea for me as it may increase because of the side effects and I am highly stressed at times what gum would you recomend. I was down to 12/14 cigs a day but now back up to a pack maybe 22 cigs a day Just saw you have to pay Never mind I'll talk to my pharmacist

Fri, 29 Dec 2017
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Yes nicotine gum doubles the likelihood of quitting success. The dose of nicotine can be lowered by using less gum.
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Can Nicotine Gum Be Used To Quit Smoking?

Yes nicotine gum doubles the likelihood of quitting success. The dose of nicotine can be lowered by using less gum.