Health experts believe that every year 2.5 million people
around the world including 400,000 from die because of smoking. And
probably millions more suffer from smoke-related illness. According to studies,
additional 3,000 deaths occur in America
Smoking is linked to lung cancer which is the leading cause of
cancer death. Studies show that smoking harms almost every organ of the body causing
smokers to have poor health. Common diseases that may occur because of smoking
are bronchitis, emphysema, and heart attacks. Smoking is also responsible for
the rapid aging of skin, stained fingers and teeth because of exposure to
nicotine.
But why do
people smoke? People smoke for various
reasons. Some smoke because they think it’s cool. Others think that it will
make them lose appetite and therefore lose some weight in the process. Many
believe that nicotine intake calms the mind.
Majority of
smokers know the adverse effects of smoking but they just cannot or do not
stop. Cigarettes contain nicotine which is a very addictive substance. Nicotine
according to studies when taken in small amounts acts as a stimulant. In effect
it may enhance brain activity which will be helpful in the cognitive process
and also enhances one’s memory. Increase in heart rate and blood pressure are
some of its harmful effects. That is probably the reason why smokers breathe
faster compared to non-smokers. Large amounts of nicotine are used as
pesticides.
People who don’t smoke are fitter and healthier compared to
their smoking counterparts because their lungs and other organs are healthier.
Also non-smokers tend to live longer than those who smoke.
Smokers should
try to quit smoking for it may lessen the possibility of having smoking-related
illnesses such as lung cancer and emphysema. Making someone to quit smoking is
always easier said than done for it needs discipline, commitment, and sometimes
medication.
Scores of
“quit-smoking” products are available in the market. They come in different
varieties and forms—patches, pills, and sprays. Unfortunately they are also
pretty expensive.
Zyban is a drug that would help an individual quit smoking. And
it is cheaper compared to its counter parts. Zyban’s side effects are generally
tolerable. Dry mouth, increased sweating, headache, nausea, fatigue, and
blurred vision may are some of the effects one may encounter while taking this
drug.
Zyban is taken orally. Each pill should be swallowed in full.
It should not be crushed or chewed otherwise the effectiveness of Zyban will be
spoiled and the chances of side-effect occurrences might increase.
If Zyban overdose occurs, contact the nearest local poison
control center or hospital. Symptoms of overdose may include blurred vision,
confusion, nausea, and seizures.
Though there
are several “quit-smoking” products out in the market. One ought to realize
that quitting smoking and being successful in that task is within. It will
depend on the commitment and sincerity of the one trying to overcome this
adversity. There is no magical “quit-smoking” product.
Pregnant and
breastfeeding women are advised to consult their physician before trying Zyban.
Bupropion is the generic name of Zyban.
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