Posted by Chairman_MAO on January 27, 2004, at 8:55:39
In reply to Re: Cigaretts-the worst addiction of all!, posted by ann72 on January 27, 2004, at 7:18:44
I quit smoking with the aid of cannabis; simply substitute a cigarette with a joint and in three days--that you'll barely remember--the withdrawl is over!
For many on this board, this is not feasible because of laws nor prudent due to possible worsening of psychiatric disorders. A more legal and cognition-sparing option is galantamine (Nivalin, Reminyl (US)), a reversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor and nicotinic agonist (www.nivalin.com). While I've yet to see any kind of trial in the literature, I found that taking 5-10mg of galantamine completely abolished all nicotine withdrawl symptoms. It doesn't take any advanced knowledge to see why this might be: it potently stimulates nicotinic receptors!
I'd be interested to know if anyone's used this or related compounds in smoking cessation. Note: cholinergic drugs may worsen depression or other mood disorders. Consult with your doctor.
-cm
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