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Pharmacotherapy for Tobacco Cessation by Kanishka Singh Paperback Book. Pharmacotherapy for Tobacco Cessation by Kanishka Singh, Anshuman Jamdade, Satyapal Yadav. Author Kanishka Singh, Anshuman Jamdade, Satyapal Yadav. Nicotine, its primary component, is highly addictive, making smoking cessation crucial. Pharmacotherapy for Tobacco Cessation by Kanishka Singh, Anshuman Jamdade, Satyapal Yadav Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description Ironically, tobacco has transitioned from a medicinal plant to a major public health crisis. Nicotine, its primary component, is highly addictive, making smoking cessation crucial. Counseling is effective but more successful when combined with pharmacotherapy, nearly doubling cessation rates. Clinical trials confirm the efficacy and safety of first-line treatments like nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), bupropion, and varenicline, as well as second-line options like clonidine and nortriptyline. NRT, the most accessible treatment, alleviates withdrawal symptoms and supports quitting. The choice of NRT depends on individual needs, with higher-dose options preferred for highly dependent smokers. Bupropion enhances cessation, particularly for motivated individuals, but has contraindications, including severe cardiovascular disease. Varenicline, designed specifically for smoking cessation, significantly increases quit rates and reduces NRT and non-NRT options require prescriptions and can be costly, but preventing relapse is the ultimate goal. Early relapse is common, especially among those with depression or alcohol dependence, where bupropion proves beneficial. Details ISBN 6208442478 ISBN-13 9786208442477 Title Pharmacotherapy for Tobacco Cessation Author Kanishka Singh, Anshuman Jamdade, Satyapal Yadav Format Paperback Year 2025 Pages 144 Publisher LAP Lambert Academic Publishing GEItemID:175962571; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys