Then, when you do stop smoking, habits such as these may be easier to break. When you quit, you may need special help to cope with your body's desire for nicotine. Nicotine replacement therapy can help control withdrawal symptoms, but it's not for everyone. Check with your doctor first. He or she might recommend one of the four forms.
Nicotine chewing gum is available without a doctor's prescription.
The nicotine patch is also available over the counter. Nicotine nasal spray requires a doctor's prescription. Your doctor might also prescribe a nicotine inhaler. These provide nicotine to the body without the harmful substances found in tobacco smoke. They reduce withdrawal symptoms.