Should smoking cessation cost a packet? A pilot randomized controlled trial of the cost-effectiveness of distributing nicotine therapy free of charge

This pilot study suggests that changes in prescribing policy for nicotine replacement patches should be made only when evidence of cost-effectiveness can be adduced from a randomized controlled trial.

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Published in:British journal of general practice 1999-02, Vol.49 (439), p.127-128
Main Authors: Dey, P, Foy, R, Woodman, M, Fullard, B, Gibbs, A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Administration, Cutaneous
Adult
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Drug Costs
Family Practice
Female
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
Nicotine - administration & dosage
Nicotine - economics
Pilot Projects
Smoking Cessation - economics
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Summary:This pilot study suggests that changes in prescribing policy for nicotine replacement patches should be made only when evidence of cost-effectiveness can be adduced from a randomized controlled trial.
ISSN:0960-1643