Quit rates higher in smokers who persist with NRT after lapses
Smokers attempting to quit but who lapse while continuing to use nicotine replacement patches are more likely to successfully quit.
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ASMI rejects Tobacco Control study findings
The Australian Self-Medication Industry is backing nicotine replacement therapy as an effective way to help quit smoking, despite a study suggesting it was not beneficial.
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Pharmacy bodies back NRT after study questions efficacy
Pharmacy's peak bodies are supporting the use of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) as a tool to help smokers quit, despite...
Aussie smokers go cold turkey
Most smokers in Australia quit without support from their pharmacist or GP, a survey reveals.
NRT vouchers boost quit attempts
An increase in the number of smokers attempting to quit may be achieved through direct coordinated intervention from general practitioners...
Boom in NRT sales
Pharmacies are reporting a boom in nicotine replacement products following the Federal Government’s 25 per cent tax hike on cigarettes.
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