Smoking Cessation

Cardiology

See treatment and investigations.

Management

  • Behavioural support + pharmacotherapy doubles quit rate
  • Varenicline 1 mg BD (start 2 wk before quit)
  • NRT combination (patch + gum/lozenge)
  • Bupropion 150 mg BD (avoid in seizure history)
  • 12-week course, follow-up at 4 weeks

Educational — verify locally.

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