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Old 30th Mar 2008, 20:30
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The adverse effects list can be unreliable, and sometimes, not that scientific.

Whilst not wanting to deny someone the chance to quit, you guy's are in quite a special position. I'm not sure a prescriber would wish to take the chance with such a new drug. The risk/benefit calculation would be different for a pilot than say, a florist.

Willpower is important. In terms of success rates, about 5% of patients will succeed long term with willpower alone. This can be increased to 15-2o% with an agent.

I have heard some very good reports about Champix but larger longer term studies into eficacy and safety are needed, and should follow.
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