140 Unit 2: Nicotine Meds

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Nicotine (NicoDerm, Nicorette, etc.) Pharm class

Nicotine replacement therapy

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Nicotine (NicoDerm, Nicorette, etc.): MOA

Minimizes withdrawal by providing nicotine without the carcinogens in tobacco.

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Nicotine (NicoDerm, Nicorette, etc.): Indication

Gradually decrease nicotine dose so the patient can quit smoking altogether.

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Nicotine (NicoDerm, Nicorette, etc.): S/Es

All the negative effects of nicotine.

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Nicotine (NicoDerm, Nicorette, etc.): Considerations

Intended as a way to quit smoking, not an ongoing source of nicotine.

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Varenicline (Chantix): pharm class

Smoking cessation

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Varenicline (Chantix): MOA

Acts in the brain to reduce pleasurable effects of nicotine.

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Varenicline (Chantix): Indication

Helps to quit smoking

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Varenicline (Chantix): S/Es

N/V, headache, flatulence, insomnia, taste disturbances

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Varenicline (Chantix): Considerations

12 week regimen, very effective

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Bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban): pharm class

Smoking cessation and anti depressant

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Bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban): MOA

Acts in the brain to reduce the pleasurable effects of nicotine.

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Bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban): Indication

Helps to quit smoking

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Bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban): S/Es

Drowsiness, anxiety, insomnia, dizziness, headache.

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Bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban): Considerations

Avoid alcohol, may make side effects worse.