Jump to full article: West Australian, 2002-07-03
Intro: A QUIT-smoking lozenge launched in Australia today offers a new alternative in nicotine replacement for people who have given up on gum and patches.
Health experts say the lozenge should not be confused with novelty nicotine products banned by US regulatory authorities, including nicotine-laced water, lollipops and lip balm.
Dr Saul Shiffman of the University of Pittsburgh presented results of a clinical trial involving 1,800 US and UK smokers at a scientific meeting in Sydney today.
He said the study found smokers who took eight 4mg-dose lozenges a day were three times more likely to quit than those taking a placebo.
A lower dose lozenge is also available.
Professor Simon Chapman of Sydney University's school of public health said early results indicated the lozenge was a useful addition to existing nicotine replacement treatments.
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