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Revolution in the fight against smoking: NHS starts free pill campaign!
The NHS in the United Kingdom introduces a free anti-smoking pill to support smokers and reduce health costs.
Revolution in the fight against smoking: NHS starts free pill campaign!
The British National Health Service (NHS) relies on a revolutionary measure in the fight against smoking: the free delivery of the anti -smoking pill Vareniclin! This innovative solution could drastically reduce the health costs for the treatment of severe, tobacco -related illnesses. Vareniclin has proven to be more effective than conventional nicotine replacement therapies such as chewing gum or pavement and is now offered 85,000 smokers in the UK, accompanied by supportive programs for change in behavior.
With this measure, the NHS plans to prevent up to 9,500 smoke -related deaths in the next five years. NHS boss Amanda Pritchard described the pill as potential “game-changer” for everyone who wants to stop smoking. Vareniclin, a newly designed version of the former drug Champix, was launched again in August 2024 after it was withdrawn in 2021 due to concerns about carcinogenic contamination. Now it is officially approved and ready to help the smokers!
How does Vareniclin work?
Vareniclin acts as a "nicotine receptor agonist" and activates specific receptors in the brain, which are also addressed by nicotine. This alleviates nicotine effects and withdrawal symptoms are reduced. The NHS recommends taking the pill over a period of 12 to 24 weeks in order to successfully combat nicotine addiction. Side effects such as nausea, insomnia and lively dreams are possible, but the advantages could outweigh the risks.
Smoking remains the main cause of avoidable diseases and deaths in the United Kingdom and the NHS costs around £ 2.5 billion annually. With the introduction of Vareniclin and other measures such as the new law on tobacco and vape regulation, the NHS could not only save millions, but also save lives. The British government pursues the goal of a smoke -free generation by gradually raising the minimum age for the purchase of tobacco products. A brave step in the right direction!