Nicotine e-cigarettes more effective for quitting smoking, review finds

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How effective are nicotine e-cigarettes for quitting smoking?

A Cochrane review of 80 trials found that nicotine e-cigarettes led to higher quit rates than nicotine replacement therapy, such as patches and gum. The review indicated about four more quitters per 100 people using e-cigarettes compared to NRT.

Are there any harms associated with using e-cigarettes to quit smoking?

Researchers found no evidence of increased serious harm from using e-cigarettes to quit smoking, according to the review. However, they noted that longer-term studies are needed to fully assess potential risks, and that findings apply specifically to regulated, nicotine-containing e-cigarettes.

What did the review compare e-cigarettes against?

The review compared nicotine e-cigarettes against nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) like patches and gum, non-nicotine cigarettes, and no support or behavioural support. The evidence for comparison against no or behavioural support was less certain.