This slide presents the approximate daily costs of treatment for the various pharmacotherapies for cessation. These are estimates* based on the recommended initial dosing for each agent. Costs can vary considerably depending on the patient�s level of smoking, degree of nicotine dependence, product selection (trade versus generic), and need for additional doses of short-acting NRT (gum, lozenge, nasal spray, or oral inhaler).

As a comparison, the cost for one pack of cigarettes (national average, approximately $4.26) is shown (Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, 2006). In general, the daily cost of pharmacotherapy approximates the cost of one pack of cigarettes. For more exact estimates, refer to the Pharmacologic Product Guide.

*Cost calculated using the most expensive average wholesale price for each agent (Drug Topics Redbook, 2006).

Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids. (2006). �State Cigarette Excise Tax Rates & Rankings.� Retrieved December 31, 2006, from http://www.tobaccofreekids.org/research/factsheets/pdf/0097.pdf .
Drug Topics Redbook. (2006, December). Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc.

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