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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Main Authors: K. O. Fagerström, C. A. Jiménez-Ruiz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: European Respiratory Society 2008-12-01
Series:European Respiratory Review
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Online Access:http://err.ersjournals.com/cgi/content/full/17/110/192