Pregnant? Get free support to stop smoking

Ramadan is a time of reflection and change. Many people use Ramadan as a time to cut down or quit smoking. Free stop smoking support is available in London.

Get free face-to-face or digital support and nicotine replacement products to help you quit for good this Ramadan.

Does smoking or vaping break your fast?

Nicotine vaping is much safer than tobacco for someone who smokes. Smoking and vaping are not permitted during fasting hours (dawn to sunset). Rather than reaching for tobacco after iftar, you can use a nicotine vape to help you stop using deadly tobacco.

Does nicotine break your fast?

Products taken orally (cigarettes, vapes, nicotine gum or lozenges) are generally considered to break the fast. Nicotine patches do not involve eating, drinking or inhaling and are often used during Ramadan. Speak to an advisor at a local stop smoking service, through the Smoke Free App or your local pharmacist for advice on using nicotine replacement effectively. Views can vary, so you can also speak to your Imam if you are unsure.

Is Ramadan a good time to stop smoking?

Ramadan is a time when health, faith and wellbeing motivations align. Fasting already reduces smoking hours and many people find cravings easier to manage. This makes it a good time to stop smoking.