NRT

Question 1

Prolonged release formulations

Answer 1

Patches
- 16 hours
- 24 hours

Question 2

When would 24 hour patches be prescribed?

Answer 2

Strong cravings for cigarettes on waking

Question 3

Immediate release preparations

Answer 3

Gum
Lozenges
Nasal spray
Oral spray
S/L tablet
Inhalator

Question 4

When would IR preparations be used?

Answer 4

Urge to smoke/prevent craving

Question 5

Side effects of NRT

Answer 5

• Mild local reactions
• GI disturbances (N + V, dyspepsia, hiccup)

Question 6

Bupripion

Answer 6

Antidepressant use to help aid smoking cessation.
Risk of serotonin syndrome

Question 7

Varenicline

Answer 7

Selective nicotine receptor partial agonist
Drug treatment for patients who express a desire to stop smoking
Given with CBT

Question 8

Varenicline - MHRA

Answer 8

Suicidal behaviour and thoughts. STOP