Question 1

what would happen if i quit taking spirriva?

Accepted Answer

Exacerbation: Spiriva is a medication that prevents further attack of your symptoms of COPD , example shortness of breath, wheezing. If you stop, these symptoms will occur, if severe enoigh, can lead to hospital visits. Less exacerbation, better preservation of your lung function.

Question 2

could you die from quiting smoking?

Accepted Answer

No: To stop smoking, consider:
#1. Nicotine anonymous
#2 I have had success treating people in recovery from nicotine addiction using the patch.  Decrease the dose very gradually, making reductions every two weeks or longer, to increase the likelihood of staying stopped.  This works bests if done in combination with #1.

Question 3

how can i quit taking triameterene?

Accepted Answer

Stop it: Go ahead and stop it. You will initially retain fluid but that should improve over time.

Question 4

how can i quit taking triameterene/htcz?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your doctor: If you are taking this diuretic to treat high blood pressure, there are alternative drugs. However you should not stop it without discussing if with your doctor and getting a substitute.

Question 5

i'm trying to quit heroine.what should i do?

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Heroin: Have your doctor refer you to a program for detoxification & rehab.

Question 6

i am a smokers and would like to quit any suggestions?

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Mind over body : Pick a quit date 2 weeks away. During the time, set up your home to be smoke free and try to smoke less. You can start on some medication such as Chantix or Zyban (bupropion). On the day you said you would stop. Stop completely. You have to have the frontal area of your brain override the pleasure area of your brain. Good luck, I know it may be hard but don't give up .

Question 7

why can't i quit heroin?

Accepted Answer

Addiction to Heroin: Your brain has receptors that when given an opioid medication, heroin, morphine, hydrocodone, will be stimulated, which causes as cascade of Dopamine down the "reward pathway."  for some individuals this is very strong, and they crave multiple doses and stronger doses, leading to addiction.  A supportive treatment program that includes detox can get you going the right direction.

Question 8

what could help one quit porn?

Accepted Answer

Self discipline: By asking the question, you admit to some self awareness.  The best solution is to find alternate activities that are personal and recreational.  Like all psychological additions, porn is difficult to stop and with internet access, it is easier to privately indulge - another factor making it hard to stop.

Question 9

how can i quit my tobacco habit?

Accepted Answer

Smoking cessation: I recommend chantix, start at least 2 weeks before the day you decide you want to quit smoking.  Tell people you are quitting, and when.  Change your routines.  Get rid of everything that reminds you of smoking (lighters, ashtrays) make your home "nonsmoking" so if you do smoke it is as inconvenient as possible.   Stay in the moment.  Good luck!

Question 10

can i quit drugs on willpower alone?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Willpower that is the most important part on quitting drug. Without it , no one can help you.

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