Smoking Cessation Service in Dundee
Free NHS support to help you quit smoking at Wallacetown Pharmacy.
NHS Smoking Cessation Service
Free NHS Scotland Service support to help you quit smoking for good. Our trained staff in Dundee provide personalised advice, support, and treatments to help you on your journey to becoming smoke-free.
Why Quit Smoking?
- Improve your health immediately
- Save money every day
- Protect your family's health
- Increase your life expectancy
Do I need an appointment?
Drop in to start; we’ll arrange follow-up support that suits you.
Is it free?
Yes. It’s a free NHS Scotland service at Wallacetown Pharmacy.
Do you supply stop-smoking products?
We provide support and treatments like nicotine replacement therapy where appropriate.
What if I’ve tried before?
We tailor plans to you and can adjust treatments if previous attempts didn’t work.
- • Anyone who wants to quit smoking
- • Free NHS Scotland Service
- • No appointment needed for initial chat
- • Confidential service
- • Initial consultation (15-20 minutes)
- • Personalised quit plan
- • Regular follow-up appointments
- • Ongoing support and advice
- • Progress monitoring
- • Nicotine replacement therapy
- • Prescription medications
- • Behavioural support
- • Coping strategies
- • Relapse prevention
Initial Consultation
We'll discuss your smoking history, previous quit attempts, and motivations for quitting.
Personalised Plan
We'll create a tailored quit plan including the most suitable nicotine replacement therapy or medication.
Ongoing Support
Regular follow-up appointments to monitor progress, adjust treatment, and provide encouragement.
Long-term Success
Continued support to maintain your smoke-free lifestyle and prevent relapse.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)
- • Nicotine patches
- • Nicotine gum
- • Nicotine lozenges
- • Nicotine inhalator
- • Nasal spray
Prescription Medications
- • Varenicline
Behavioural Support
- • Coping strategies
- • Trigger identification
- • Stress management
- • Lifestyle advice
More likely to quit with professional support
Success rate with combination therapy
Typical support programme duration
Heart rate and blood pressure drop
Carbon monoxide level normalises
Circulation improves and lung function increases
Coughing and shortness of breath decrease
Risk of heart disease is cut in half
Is the service really free?
Yes, this is a Free NHS Scotland Service.
How long does the support last?
Typically 12 weeks, but we can provide ongoing support for as long as you need it. Everyone's journey is different.
What if I've tried to quit before?
Previous attempts are valuable learning experiences. We'll work with you to identify what worked and what didn't, creating a better plan for success.
Can I use e-cigarettes as part of the programme?
We can discuss e-cigarettes as a quitting aid. While not licensed medicines, they may be helpful for some people as part of a comprehensive quit plan.