NRT choice
Nicotine patch vs gum
Simple frame: patch steadies background withdrawal; gum (or lozenge) fights cue spikes. Many successful plans use both—under guidance—not as a DIY contest.
Quitting right now? Blou for iPhone shows your own recovery, day by day.How to pick
- Patch deep-dive: quit smoking with nicotine patch.
- Gum deep-dive: quit smoking with nicotine gum.
- Lozenge option: nicotine lozenge plan.
Combination NRT
If you are considering patch + gum together, start with combination NRT overview and NRT + quit app.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use patch and gum together?
Combination NRT is a common, evidence-backed strategy for many smokers—but dosing and eligibility must be confirmed with a clinician or pharmacist.
Is the patch better if I smoke a pack a day?
Higher dependence often benefits from baseline coverage (patch) plus fast-acting options for cues—but individualize with professional advice.
What if gum irritates my jaw?
Try lozenges or discuss alternatives with a pharmacist. The goal is adherence, not suffering.
Where does an app help?
Logging breakthrough cravings shows whether you need more behavioral support, faster-acting NRT discussion, or cue changes.
Blou for iPhone
See your own recovery, not an average
Guides tell you what usually happens. Blou shows what is happening to you, from your first smoke-free day.
Photo timeline
See your face change over time in one photo timeline.
Lung checks
Simple breath checks that show your lungs getting stronger.
SOS craving help
Instant help the second a craving hits.
Every milestone visualized
Watch your whole journey unfold on one visual timeline.
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