Research shows Varenicline, nicotine-containing e-cigarettes help in quitting smoking
June 20, 2024 by medicalxpress.com
Research shows Varenicline, nicotine-containing e-cigarettes help in quitting smoking
A study found that both varenicline and nicotine-containing electronic cigarettes effectively help individuals quit smoking. Participants aged 25 to 75 were randomly assigned different cessation methods, with similar success rates on week 26: 40.4% for ECs, 43.8% for varenicline, and 19.7% for the placebo. The study suggests that while ECs may aid in reducing tobacco-related harm for long-term smokers, the potential long-term risks should be considered. The research was published in JAMA Internal Medicine by Anna Tuisku and colleagues from Lapland Central Hospital in Finland.
15.00% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 697,594 current smokers in Finland.
SOURCE: GSTHR
