{"product_id":"cytisine-stop-smoking","title":"Cytisine","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHow does cytisine help to quit smoking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCytisine is a tablet that can help you\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stop-smoking-aid\"\u003estop smoking\u003c\/a\u003e. Available with a prescription in the UK, the medication contains no nicotine. But it does mimic its effects. It works to relieve cravings and withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting smoking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCytisine works by attaching to the same receptors in the brain that nicotine does. It ‘tricks’ your brain into thinking you’ve had a cigarette. This reduces urges and the withdrawal symptoms of stopping smoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvidence suggests it is as effective as nicotine replacement therapy, such as patches and gum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may be a helpful option:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor smokers who have tried to quit before\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor those who found other cessation methods haven't worked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/38161271\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAs it's shown in studies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto be twice as effective as placebo at helping people quit smoking \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the side effects of cytisine?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike with all medications, there’s a risk of side effects. However, these may not affect everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the most common side effects affecting more than 1 in 10 people include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges in appetite (usually an increase)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDizziness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMood changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleep problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh blood pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow heart rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry mouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiarrhoea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNausea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeartburn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscle pain \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on side effects, please read the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncsct.co.uk\/library\/view\/pdf\/Cytisine-1-5mg-uk-spc-clean.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epatient information leaflet.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e“If you’re struggling with side effects, talk to your GP or prescriber. Stopping smoking can also cause withdrawal symptoms which you may experience at the same time.” - Dr Bhavini Shah\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"UK Production","offers":[{"title":"25 day course","offer_id":44224924254396,"sku":"4351","price":162.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/files\/cystisine.webp?v=1743513638","url":"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/products\/cytisine-stop-smoking","provider":"UK Production","version":"1.0","type":"link"}