Smoking cessation: How compelling is the evidence? A review. Health policy (Amsterdam, Netherlands) [Health Policy] Journal article | | Title | Smoking cessation: How compelling is the evidence? A review. | | Author(s) | Tønnesen P | | Institution | Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Gentofte University Hospital, Denmark. d144002@dadlnet.dk | | Source | Health Policy 2009 Jul.:S15-25. | | Abstract | OBJECTIVES: To provide a short review of the evidence base supporting smoking cessation interventions, including behavioral therapy and pharmacological treatment options.
METHODS: Published meta-analysis was mainly used supplemented with a limited literature search.
RESULTS: Effective smoking cessation consists of pharmacotherapy and behavioral support. Counseling increases abstinence rates parallel to the intensity of support. First-line pharmacological drugs for smoking cessation are nicotine replacement products (patch, gum, inhaler, nasal spray, lozenge/tablets), varenicline and bupropion SR with scientific well-documented efficacy when used for 2-3 months and mostly mild side effects. Alternative therapies such as hypnosis and acupuncture have no scientifically proven effects.
CONCLUSIONS: With the most optimal drugs and counseling today a 1-year abstinence rate of approximately 25% can be expected in smoking cessation. On-going research is examining the potential effects of nicotine vaccination as relapse prevention. | | Language | eng | | Pub Type(s) | Journal Article
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
| | PubMed ID | 19735853 |
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