Resources

There are many resources to help you quit smoking or stay smoke-free.

Quitting tobacco is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your loved ones. Getting help can make it easier to stop smoking.

If you or others in your household would like support for stopping smoking, many resources are available to help.

Medication plus counseling can greatly improve your chances to stop smoking.

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved medications can help you quit smoking by reducing nicotine withdrawal symptoms and cravings. These include:

Nicotine replacement therapy (nicotine patch, gum, lozenge, oral inhaler and nasal spray)
Bupropion sustained-release (Wellbutrin)
Varenicline (Chantix)

Note: Electronic cigarettes, vaporizers and vape pens are not FDA approved for stopping smoking. Talk to your provider about their risks before using.

UCSF Counseling Resources to Help You Quit and Stay Quit

(415) 885-7895 or

ucsfhealth.org/tobaccotreatment

UCSF Fontana Tobacco Treatment Center

UCSF Stop Smoking Classes
Providing welcoming and nonjudgmental support for over 20 years
Four weekly group sessions led by certified tobacco treatment specialists
- Learn about nicotine's impact on the brain and why it is so hard to quit
- Learn about smoking cessation medications and how to use them
- Learn how to troubleshoot triggers and strategies to cope
Weekly Support Group: Ongoing support (no cost)