Nicotine Craving Blend
Herbal blend for cravings and withdrawal anxiety
Moderate evidenceHerbs in this remedy
About this remedy
This carefully balanced tincture blend addresses two fronts of nicotine withdrawal simultaneously. Lobelia's lobeline alkaloid binds to the same brain receptors as nicotine, easing the physical urge to smoke. Skullcap and passionflower calm the anxious, irritable restlessness that withdrawal brings. Together they help bridge the first 2-4 weeks of quitting, when cravings are at their peak.
Preparation
Combine equal parts skullcap tincture and passionflower tincture with a small amount of lobelia tincture (lobelia is potent — use sparingly, around 1 part lobelia to 4 parts each of the others). Mix in a dropper bottle.
Dosage
10-15 drops in a small glass of water when a craving strikes, up to 4-6 times daily. Reduce over 6-8 weeks as cravings fade.
Cautions
Lobelia must be used in small, supervised doses — larger doses cause nausea and vomiting (its nickname 'pukeweed' is not accidental). Ideally work with a herbalist. Not for pregnancy or heart conditions.
Research
Stead et al., Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2012 — Lobeline for smoking cessation
Frequently asked questions
What is Nicotine Craving Blend used for?
Herbal blend for cravings and withdrawal anxiety. This carefully balanced tincture blend addresses two fronts of nicotine withdrawal simultaneously. It falls under Quit Smoking.
How do you make Nicotine Craving Blend?
Combine equal parts skullcap tincture and passionflower tincture with a small amount of lobelia tincture (lobelia is potent — use sparingly, around 1 part lobelia to 4 parts each of the others). Mix in a dropper bottle.
What is the recommended dosage for Nicotine Craving Blend?
10-15 drops in a small glass of water when a craving strikes, up to 4-6 times daily. Reduce over 6-8 weeks as cravings fade.
Is Nicotine Craving Blend safe? Are there any cautions?
Lobelia must be used in small, supervised doses — larger doses cause nausea and vomiting (its nickname 'pukeweed' is not accidental). Ideally work with a herbalist. Not for pregnancy or heart conditions.
What is the evidence behind Nicotine Craving Blend?
Moderate evidence. Stead et al., Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2012 — Lobeline for smoking cessation