Tobacco and public health Flashcards
1
Q
What is the life expectancy of smokers
A
less than 10 years difference with non smokers
2
Q
How does nicotine cause people to keep smoking
A
Induces dopamine reward pathway in brain
3
Q
What is more effective- ecigarretes or nicotine replacement therapy
A
E-cigarettes
4
Q
What is the most important therapy for stopping smoking
A
Varenicline - a4beta2 nicotine receptor partial agonist
5
Q
What has varenicline been linked to
A
Depression. However it is not a contraindication
6
Q
What are the cautions and contraindications of bupropion
A
Seizures History of head injury BPD severe cirrhosis Alcohol withdrawal
