People trying to quit opioids are also keen to stop smoking

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People receiving methadone/buprenorphine treatment to quit opioids also show high levels of interest in quitting smoking, according to Australian research. The study found this population is experienced with nicotine replacement therapy and that they considered e-cigarettes most helpful, but they were more likely to consider using nicotine replacement therapy. They also had lower levels of experience with medications that can be used to help quit smoking such as varenicline and bupropion. The author's day improving patient’s and clinician’s knowledge of these medications could improve quit rates.

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