Evidence supporting the use of: Gum (unspecified)
For the health condition: Addictions (tobacco smoking or chewing)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 5

Chewing gum, specifically nicotine gum, is a well-established and scientifically validated aid for supporting tobacco addiction cessation, including both smoking and chewing tobacco. Nicotine gum is a form of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) that delivers a controlled dose of nicotine to the user without the harmful byproducts of tobacco combustion. Numerous randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses have demonstrated that nicotine gum increases the likelihood of successful smoking cessation compared to placebo or no intervention. The gum helps reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings by maintaining steady blood nicotine levels, making it easier for individuals to gradually decrease dependence on nicotine. Guidelines from major health organizations, such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), recommend nicotine gum as a first-line pharmacotherapy for tobacco addiction. There is no strong evidence for the use of non-nicotine chewing gums in treating tobacco addiction, though some sugar-free gums may help reduce oral fixation or provide a behavioral substitute for smoking. However, the primary scientific support applies to nicotine-containing gum. Thus, the use of gum—when it contains nicotine—is strongly supported by high-quality evidence for aiding in tobacco cessation.

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