FAQs
Frequently asked questions about the CigArrest program
Q. What do I get with the CigArrest program?
Q. What is the behavior modification program? How does it work with the gum, tablets and lozenges?
Q. How long does it take the program to work?
Active Ingredients
Q. What are the active ingredients in the CigArrest no-smoking gum, lozenges and tablets?
Q. What do the active ingredients do? How do they work?
Side Effects
Q. Are there any side-effects or reactions that I can expect from taking the gum, lozenges or tablets?
Q. Can I take the gum or tablets if I am taking other medication?
Q. Do the gum, lozenges or tablets contain nicotine?
Vitamins
Q. How can CigArrest vitamins help?
Q. What are anti-oxidants?
Q. What role do anti-oxidants play in smoking?
Q. Why do I need anti-oxidants?
A. The CigArrest homeopathic formula contains a proprietary blend of six different herbal ingredients that combine to offer a safe treatment alternative for smoking cessation. The active all-natural ingredients are the same for the tablets, the gum and the lozenges. The ingredients are:
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A. The active ingredients work to make the smoker
feel more comfortable while trying to quit by relieving
nervous tension, irritability and the cravings associated
with withdrawal. The combination of homeopathic ingredients
utilize extremely small doses of appropriate medicines
to immediately stimulate the body's natural defenses.
The individual ingredients work as follows:
Lobelia inflata (Indian Tobacco) - is an herb whose pharmaceutical properties are similar to nicotine. It is dual in its activities, acting as both a relaxant and a stimulant.
Cinchona officinalis (Peruvian Bark) - treats edginess, nervous exhaustion, indigestion.
Daphne indica (Spurge Laurel) - helps with tobacco cravings and inability to sleep.
Plantago major (Plantain) - produces disgust for tobacco in those who chew it and cures neuralgia resulting from tobacco.
Calcarea phosphorica (Calcium Phosphate) - used to treat
headaches, hoarseness, burning throat and cough which
can be made worse from tobacco and tobacco smoke.
Smokers are usually deficient in calcium.
Nux vomica (Poison nut) - is an herb used in minute
amounts as a restorative preparation. Used to
treat insomnia and irritability as well as coughing
and scraping in the throat made worse
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A. The length of time you stay on the program will depend
on your personal smoking behavior (length of time
smoking and amount smoked) and your response to the
homeopathic treatment. One of our smoking cessation
counselors will be able to help you determine the
best program for your needs.
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A. We suggest that you check with your personal physician
before taking any medication. You can tell your physician
or medical professional that the active ingredients
in the CigArrest Homeopathic No-Smoking Tablets, Gum and Lozenges are
all natural and contain no nicotine. For further information
on the CigArrest Program, please refer your Physician to the Physician Desk Reference (PDR) for Non-Prescription Drugs 1998
edition.
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A. The CigArrest Program has been sold for 20 years. During that time, we have not had any serious reactions or adverse side-effects ever reported. What you will feel as the nicotine leaves your body are some of the side effects associated with withdrawal. These can include: light-headedness, tingling sensations, increased temporary coughing, dry mouth, tightness of the throat and headaches. This is because nicotine is a powerful drug. But remember, the physical withdrawal from your nicotine addiction lasts only about 7 to 10 days.
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A. NO! The active ingredients contained in the CigArrest No-Smoking Gum, Lozenges and Tablets are all-natural, non-addictive and do not contain any nicotine. The ingredients in CigArrest gum and tablets offer a safe treatment alternative for smoking cessation.
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A. The complete CigArrest Program is designed to help you deal with both parts of the addiction - the physical and the psychological. While the tablets or gum help you cope with the physical withdrawal; the CigArrest behavior modification program helps
you identify the habits and patterns associated with
your smoking. Using the CigArrest
booklets and audio tapes will reinforce your
decision to stop smoking by providing
helpful exercises, daily affirmations and personal
benefits to be gained. Overcoming the habits
associated with smoking is the biggest challenge to
quitting and staying smoke-free.
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A. When you purchase the complete CigArrest
Program you get all the tools you need to quit
smoking. The CigArrest
Program helps you to recognize and address both
sides of the addiction - the physical and the
psychological. That's why we designed one of the first
multi-component programs for smoking cessation. *
Available CigArrest Program elements include:
- CigArrest Homeopathic No-Smoking Tablets, Gum or Lozenges
- All dosage forms contain the same active ingredients
designed to help reduce irritability and tobacco
cravings, relieve nervous tension and detoxify.
Non-addictive and no nicotine.
- CigArrest No-smoking Tablets - original dosage form -
easy to use - all natural formula
- CigArrest No-Smoking Gum - great tasting
mint flavor - convenient to use
- CigArrest No-Smoking Lozenges - won't stick to dentures
- CigArrest Program Guide and Exercise Handbook - Two helpful
and informative guides to help you understand the
Program and learn how to successfully overcome your
smoking habit.
- CigArrest Program Audio CD - Instructional audio CD that
use proven methods to help you avoid smoking in
any situation and learn how to stay smoke-free.
* Smoking cessation studies have shown that pharmacological
treatment combined with behavior modification results in the
highest degree of abstinence over the long term for
smokers addicted to nicotine.
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A. Anti-oxidants have received much attention in the media for their
disease fighting potential. Powerful substances that
can neutralize the highly reactive mlecules that destroy
healthy cells, anti-oxidants play an important role
for smokers and ex-smokers alike.
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A. CigArrest Non-Smokers and Smokers Vitamins are specially
formulated to deliver anti-oxidants in concentrated
form to help protect your system from the destructive
effects of free radicals.
How? By supplementing your diet with certain vitamins and
minerals, like C, E, beta-carotene and lycopene --
that can protect against cell damage.
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A. Each time you smoke a cigarette, millions of free radicals
are released into your body. These free radicals are
unstable molecules formed during exposure to various
environmental toxins including cigarette smoke. Free
radicals attack healthy cells and have the potential
to destroy the cells' structure and function, leading
to disease. Research studies have shown that this
cellular damage can be curtailed with anti-oxidants.
Specifically, here is how the antioxidants do their work:
Vitamin E* -- incorporated into LDL cholesterol where
it protects the molecule.
Vitamin C* -- destroys free radicals dissolved in blood
plasma and also regenerates vitamin E.
Beta Carotene* -- anti-oxidant that helps to maintain
a healthy immune system.
Glutathione* -- regenerates vitamins C & E.
Ellagic acid* -- provides protection against benzopyrene, one of the harmful chemicals found in cigarettes.
Lycopene* -- reduces LDL oxidation by neutralizing free radicals
before they do damage to healthy cells.
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* These statements have not been reviewed by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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A. According to medical professionals, you should get most of your
valuable nutrients from the foods you eat. Spinach,
carrots, oranges, nuts, whole grains and leafy green
vegetables are highly recommended dietary sources
of anti-oxidants. But at today's hectic pace, if you're
like a lot of people, your diet is less than perfect.
As a smoker, your health may already be impacted by
free radical damage., That's why we developed CigArrest
Non-Smokers and Smokers Vitamins with our proprietary
anti-oxidant formula. Whether you are still smoking,
just starting to quit or are a successful ex-smoker,
you need all the protection that CigArrest
anti-oxidant vitamins can offer. CigArrest
- serious help when you're finally ready to get serious
about quitting.
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