Smoking Cessation Service
NHS stop-smoking support, with one-to-one coaching and access to treatment.
Pharmacist‑supported quit programmes can improve quit rates.
NHS
- Availability
- NHS service
- Clinic
- NHS Services
- Referral
- None needed
- Registration
- Not required
Smoking Cessation Service, Explained
Support and medication to help patients stop smoking successfully.
Personalised quit plans and follow‑up from pharmacy teams.
Why People Choose Smoking Cessation Service
Focused Consultation
A short, structured appointment just for this issue.
Practical Options
We explain how to take treatments and agree a plan.
Same-Day Supply
Same-day Smoking Cessation Treatments
Next Steps
Full support throughout the 12-week programme.
How it WorksWhat Happens at Your Smoking Cessation Service Appointment
1
Visit Our Pharmacy
In central Edinburgh, a short walk from the Old Town and the Meadows
2
Speak To Our Friendly Team
Trying to quit smoking? Speak to us today
3
Sign up to our free NHS 12 Week Smoking Cessation Programme
Effective treatment provided to help you quit including nicotine replacement and Champix (Varenicline)
Book online
Pick a time for Smoking Cessation Service right here on this page.
Smoking Cessation Service: Your Questions Answered
Do I have to pay for Smoking Cessation Service in Scotland?
- No. Smoking Cessation Service is provided here as an NHS service and is free to everyone who is eligible, including students, new arrivals to the city and visitors who are not registered with a local GP. There is no referral or paperwork needed.
Can I have Smoking Cessation Service done in central Edinburgh?
- Yes. Smoking Cessation Service is available at Forrest Pharmacy, 45 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QP, as part of our NHS Services. We are in the city centre, a short walk from the Old Town, Southside and Newington, with bus routes stopping nearby. Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Book online or call 0131 225 7770.
Can I just walk in for Smoking Cessation Service?
- Walk-ins are welcome, and we keep appointments available each day for people who need to be seen quickly. Booking ahead, online or on 0131 225 7770, is the best way to secure a time that suits you. If you are unsure whether this is the right service, ask to speak to a pharmacist when you call.
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