300 Elizabeth Street Sydney (Surry Hills) NSW 2000
Centennial Plaza Pharmacy
Centennial Plaza Pharmacy has been a trusted part of the Shepparton community since 1979. We are open 6 days a week from to be here when you need us the most. You can always speak with a pharmacist at Shepparton Amcal Pharmacy.
Centennial Plaza Pharmacy
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Centennial Plaza Pharmacy
300 Elizabeth Street Sydney (Surry Hills) NSW 2000
Making the decision to stop smoking is a positive step towards better long-term health. Quitting can be difficult, and the support that is appropriate will differ from person to person.
At Centennial Plaza Pharmacy, our pharmacists provide general information and professional support to people who are considering quitting smoking. We can help you understand commonly available smoking cessation approaches and discuss when further advice from another healthcare professional may be appropriate.
Smoking Cessation Support
A pharmacist can spek with you privately about your smoking habits, previous attempts to quit, current medicines and relevant health considerations.
Depending on your individual circumstances, the discussion may include general information about nicotine replacement therapies, prescription treatment pathways, behavioural support and external quit-smoking services. Referral to a medical practitioner or another healthcare professional may be recommended where additional assessment is needed.
Not every smoking cessation option is suitable for every person. The most appropriate approach will depend on factors such as your health, medical history, current medicines and previous experiences when trying to quit.
How our pharmacy can support you
Nicotine replacement therapies include products such as patches, gum and lozenges. These products are designed to provide nicotine without tobacco smoke and are available in different forms.
Our pharmacists can provide general information about nicotine replacement therapy, including available formats, general use and relevant precautions. Before using a product, speak with a pharmacist or healthcare practitioner about whether it may be suitable for your circumstances.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medicines or managing a health condition, seek professional advice before starting any smoking cessation product.
Nicotine replacement therapy
Smoking cessation may involve more than one type of support. Depending on the individual, approaches may include nicotine replacement therapy, prescription medicines, counselling, behavioural support or referral to a dedicated quit smoking service.
Some people may benefit from combining professional guidance with practical strategies, such as identifying smoking triggers, planning for challenging situations and seeking encouragement from an appropriate support service.
Our pharmacy team can provide general guidance and help you identify suitable next steps. We cannot guarantee that a particular approach will be suitable or successful.
Other way to support a quit attempt
Therapeutic vaping goods are subject to specific Australian regulatory requirements. They are not ordinary retail products and are regulated separately from nicotine replacement and other smoking cessation options.
The TGA states that there are currently no vaping products for smoking cessation or the management of nicotine dependence included in the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods. They are therefore unapproved therapeutic goods and have not been assessed by the TGA for quality, safety and efficacy or performance.
Any discussion concerning therapeutic vaping goods must take place with the applicable professional and regulatory framework. Individual assessment, clinical appropriateness and Commonwealth, state and territory requirements apply. The rules may differ depending on a person's age, circumstances and location.
For patient-specific advice, speak directly with a pharmacist or another appropriately qualified healthcare professional. This website does not recommend or endorse therapeutic vaping goods or any particular product.
Information about therapeutic vaping goods
Can a pharmacist help me stop smoking?
A pharmacist can provide general smoking cessation information, discuss commonly available support options and help you understand when advice from another healthcare professional may be needed.
What happens during a smoking cessation conversation?
The pharmacist may ask about your smoking habits, previous quit attempts, medical history and current medicines. This information helps the pharmacist provide general guidance and identify whether referral or further assessment may be appropriate.
What smoking cessation options may be discussed?
The conversation may cover nicotine replacement therapies, prescription treatment pathways, behavioural support and external quit-smoking services. The information provided will depend on your circumstances and the scope of the pharmacy service.
Are nictoine patches, gum or lozenges suitable for everyone?
No. Suitability can depend on your health, current medicines, age and other individual considerations. Speak with a pharmacist or healthcare practitioner before starting a smoking cessation product.
Can I use more than one nicotine replacement product?
The appropriate use of nicotine replacement therapy varies between individuals. Speak with a pharmacist or healthcare practioner before combing products or changing how you use them.
What if I take prescription medicines?
Tell the pharmacist or your healthcare practitioner about all medicines you take. This includes prescription medicines, over-the-counter products and complementary products. They can consider this information when discussing smoking cessation options.
What if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
Seek advice from an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before using any smoking cessation product during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Can the pharmacy provide information about therapeutic vaping goods?
A pharmacist may provide factual information within the applicable professional and regulatory framework. Any patient-specific consideration is subject to individual assessment and current Commonwealth, state and territory requirements.
Does this page mean that a therapeutic vaping good is suitable for me?
No. This page provides general educational information only. It does not assess your circumstances or recommend a therapeutic vaping good, medicine, product or treatment.
Is a particular smoking cessation option guaranteed to work?
No. Individual experiences and outcomes may vary. Professional support can help you understand your options, but no particular outcome can be promised.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering quitting smoking, speak privately with a pharmacist at Centennial Plaza Pharmacy.
Our team can provide general smoking cessation information, discuss commonly available support options and help you identify an appropriate next step.
Any advice, recommedation or product supply is subject to individual assessment, clinical appropriateness, professional obligations, applicable legislation and availability.
Speak with our pharmacy team
The information on this page is general in nature and is not a substitute for personal medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
This page does not advertise, endorse or recommend any particular medicine, therapeutic vaping good, brand or smoking cessation method. References to categories or smoking cessation support are provided for general educational purposes only.
Smoking cessation products and approaches may not be suitable for everyone. Speak with an appropriately qualified healthcare professional who can consider your medical history, current medicines and individual circumstances.
Australian regulatory requirements can change and may differ between states and territories. Pharmacy services and product supply are subject to the legal and professional requirements applying at the time.
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Centennial Plaza Pharmacy
300 Elizabeth Street Sydney (Surry Hills) NSW 2000
300 Elizabeth Street Sydney (Surry Hills) NSW 2000
