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Effectiveness of nicotine patch and nicotine gum as individual versus combined treatments for tobacco withdrawal symptoms.

Author: FagerströmK O, LunellE, SchneiderN G

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Overview

This study compared the effects of combining nicotine gum and transdermal nicotine to either treatment alone on cigarette withdrawal symptoms in smokers. Combining the two treatments was significantly more effective in relieving withdrawal symptoms than either treatment alone.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Nicotine gum and transdermal nicotine have been shown to relieve withdrawal and double success rates over placebo in trials of smoking cessation. This study tested whether combining the two methods would relieve withdrawal more effectively compared to either treatment alone. Twenty-eight smokers ser...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02244941

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Effectiveness of Nicotine Patch and Nicotine Gum as Individual Versus Combined Treatments for Tobacco Withdrawal Symptoms

This study explores the effectiveness of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) for smoking cessation, focusing on the combination of nicotine patch and nicotine gum. The authors investigated whether combining these two methods would offer a more effective approach for managing tobacco withdrawal symptoms.

Combining Nicotine Patch and Gum: A Superior Approach to Smoking Cessation

The study revealed that combining nicotine patch with nicotine gum may be more effective in relieving withdrawal symptoms than using either treatment alone. The combination significantly reduced withdrawal scores compared to individual therapies and even surpassed the withdrawal scores observed during smoking.

Navigating the Desert of Smoking Cessation

This study provides valuable insights for those seeking to navigate the challenging terrain of smoking cessation. It's like discovering a more efficient and effective way to traverse a vast and unforgiving desert, providing a stronger foundation for successfully overcoming tobacco addiction.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research provides a compelling case for combining nicotine patch and gum for smoking cessation. It's like finding a more reliable caravan route through the desert, offering a better chance of reaching the oasis of freedom from nicotine dependence.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1995-03-28
  2. Date Revised 2019-07-26
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

7870963

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1007/BF02244941

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