Pharmacological treatments for tobacco dependence
There are currently three licensed therapies for smoking cessation: nicotine replacement (NR), bupropion and varenicline. NR can be indicated for: 1) aid in abrupt cessation; 2) gradual reduction in order to quit smoking; 3) temporary abstinence; and 4) smoking reduction maintenance. A meta-analysis...
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Language: | English |
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European Respiratory Society
2008-12-01
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Series: | European Respiratory Review |
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Online Access: | http://err.ersjournals.com/cgi/content/full/17/110/192 |