How Do You Stop Smoking With Shots?
You’ve tried patches, gums, even quitting old turkey, but nothing works — you’re still smoking. Nicotine is a powerfully addictive drug, and overcoming its hold can be difficult. Some people are even turning to injections intended to cure them of smoking, and the success rates are high — as much as 70 or 80 percent of individuals report success quitting smoking after taking the shots, according to SmokingShot.com. Step 1 Request information on the shots from your doctor or clinic. You will receive either a video or pamphlet explaining the smoking shots in detail, including the procedure, the need for follow-up doctor visits and possible side effects. Step 2 Begin weaning yourself of your smoking habit before your injection. You do not need to quit, but reducing your daily intake will improve your likelihood of successfully quitting. Step 3 Receive one to three shots, depending on your doctor. These injections, given in the hip and possibly your arm and behind your ear, will block n