8 articles
A comparison of the nicotine patch, gum and lozenge, with Cochrane quit rates, side effects and the specific questions to ask a pharmacist or doctor before choosing. No individualized dosing advice.
How to choose a quit smoking date and what to do in the week before it, with the evidence on planned vs. unplanned attempts, abrupt vs. gradual quitting, starting NRT before quit day, and quitline support.
A review of the evidence on smoking during pregnancy, including specific risks to the fetus, which cessation methods are recommended, the evidence for NRT in pregnancy, and why quitting at any point during pregnancy provides benefit.
A guide to nicotine patch dosing for smoking cessation, covering which strength to start on, how long to use each step, the evidence on extended use, and common dosing mistakes.
A review of the evidence for combining nicotine patch with gum or lozenge, including Cochrane data, how it compares to single NRT and varenicline, and why most people still buy only one NRT form.
A comparison of nicotine lozenge and nicotine gum for smoking cessation, covering quit rates, ease of use, side effects, and which one works better for different smokers.
A review of the clinical evidence for nicotine gum, including quit rates, correct technique, common mistakes and how it compares to the patch and other cessation methods.
A plain-language review of the nicotine patch evidence, covering quit rates, dosing schedules, side effects and how it compares to other cessation methods.