Varenicline
The most effective single medication. It blocks nicotine's reward and eases withdrawal. Started a week before quit day, taken for three months. Side effects: nausea, vivid dreams.
Bupropion
An antidepressant that reduces cravings. Good for people who also have low mood. Not for people with seizure history.
Nicotine Replacement
Patch for the baseline plus gum or lozenge for cravings. Combining the two beats either alone.
The Plan
Pick a date. Start medication a week before. Patch plus lozenge. Tell people. Expect the third day and the third week to be hardest. Quit-smoking care is $45 a month at Zen IV Spa. Every prescription at Zen IV Spa is written by a licensed provider under our medical director after a free video consultation. Medication ships to your door anywhere in New York or New Jersey, and a nurse can come to your home for labs or a first dose.
Common Questions
Does vaping help quit?+
It can as a step down, but it is not a cure.
Will I gain weight?+
Some people gain five to ten pounds; a GLP-1 is an option for those who worry.
What if I slip?+
A slip is not a relapse. Keep going.
All treatments are medical services. Every guest is screened, and every treatment is provided only under the clearance, prescription or standing protocol of a licensed medical provider. Nothing on this page is a diagnosis or a promise of results. For an emergency, call 911.