COPD NICOTINE THERAPY Flashcards
1
Q
COPD: Skin patches
A
21mg 4-6 weeks
At night
Bad sleep
Helps morning cravings
2
Q
SMOKING DURING NICOTINE THERAPY =
A
STROKE
3
Q
COPD: Gum
A
2 and 4 mg 3-6 months
Absorbed through cheeks and gums
Tingle then put in cheek = 30 min
4
Q
COPD: Lozenges
A
Suck only
5
Q
COPD: Varenicline
A
Decrease cravings
After eating with water
Hallucinations, decrease judgment, nausea, weird dreams
CV problems
6
Q
COPD: Bupropion
A
Anti depressant
7-12 weeks
Dry mouth, decrease sleep
Do not take if: seizure, bipolar, head trauma, anorexia, bulimia, alcohol
