Compare Methods to Quit Smoking

Have you tried other methods to quit smoking, and failed?

Method Cold Turkey Chantix / Champix Zyban / Wellbutrin Nicotine Gum / Lozenges / Inhalers Hypnosis Nicotine patch Acupuncture Laser Therapy
Type Will power Prescription Pills from Dr. Prescription Pills from Dr. Over the counter at Pharmacy Hypnotherapy Clinic Over the counter at Pharmacy Acupuncture Clinic Laser Centers for Health
Side Effects -Severe withdrawal:
-Cravings
-Pacing
-Irritable
-Shakiness
-Anxious
-Aggressive
-Insomnia		 -Nausea
-Coughing
-Cravings
-Pacing
-Insomnia
-Severe nightmares
-Constipation
-Seizures		 -Dry mouth
-Insomnia
-Shakiness
-Irritability
-Skin rash
-Affects other medications
-Craving nicotine
-Seizures		 -Mouth sores
-Decayed teeth
-Indigestion
-Light headiness
-Dizziness
-Headaches
-Nausea
-Insomnia
-Long term addiction		 -Relaxation -Indigestion
-Headaches
-Light headiness
-Dizziness
-Nausea
-Insomnia
-Long term addiction
-Smoking & patch, possible heart attack		 -Relaxation -Releases powerful endorphins:
-Replaces the physical need for nicotine
-Almost eliminates cravings & withdrawal
-Gives feeling of well being
-Promotes relaxation
-Improves sleep
Detox No No No No Maybe No No YES (Included in the package)
Time frame Varies for each person 12 weeks & often needs up to 24 weeks 7 - 12 weeks Varies At least 2 - 4 treatments Varies 5 treatments in 2 weeks Over 95% of clients only need a single one- hour treatment
Tips & on-going support No No No No Maybe No Maybe YES! Includes in-depth counseling during treatment, CD, printed material & ongoing support
Cost $0 Approximately $169/month
= $507		 Approximately $200-$300 each time
= $400-$600		 Approximately $43/box
= $200-$400		 Approximately = $400 Approximately $37/box
= $200-$300		 Approximately = $400 Complete package costs $339 & may claim as a medical deduction on income tax
Success rate 3-9% 22% 16% 6-8% Claim 66% 20% Claim 80% One year later - 98% of clients are still non-smokers.

Top