Pharmacology · single question
Which smoking cessation aid is considered LEAST favorable as a pharmacological option?
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Correct answer: C. Nicotine lozenges
Nicotine lozenges are least controllable: fixed single dose per lozenge, cannot titrate delivery, no specific dosing time interval. Varenicline is most effective ('La mejor'). Source confirms: 'nicotine lozenges — es una dosis única no se puede regular y no tiene un tiempo específico.'
- A. Nicotine gum allows user to control dose through chewing; has defined usage guidelines.
- B. Varenicline = MOST effective pharmacological aid — reduces cravings, blocks nicotine receptors. 'La mejor.'
- C. CORRECT. Nicotine lozenges = LEAST favorable. Fixed dose, not titratable, no specific time regulation.
- D. Nicotine patch delivers constant nicotine over a defined period — controllable and highly effective.