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#49 Smoking Cessation: 5 Pearls Segment

Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast

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Exploring Smoking Cessation Therapies

This chapter dives into various nicotine replacement therapies (NRT) for quitting smoking, including gum, lozenges, sprays, and inhalers, while also highlighting the unique aspects of each option. It introduces Varenicline, detailing its dual action in nicotine addiction treatment and comparing its effectiveness to other methods like bupropion. The discussion also touches on important considerations regarding side effects and the timing of treatment initiation to enhance cessation success.

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