Table 4.
Methods used for quitting in the previous 12 months (n=386)
| Method used* | Number (%) |
|---|---|
| Nicotine replacement therapy | 222 (57.5) |
| Patch | 196 (50.8) |
| Gum | 75 (19.4) |
| Lozenge | 27 (7.0) |
| Inhaler | 24 (6.2) |
| Sublingual tablet | 19 (4.9) |
| Prescription medication | 113 (29.3) |
| Varenicline | 94 (24.4) |
| Bupropion | 31 (8.0) |
| Non-pharmacological treatment | |
| Hypnotherapy | 68 (17.6) |
| Quitline | 51 (13.2) |
| Acupuncture | 22 (5.7) |
| Counselling | 18 (4.7) |
| e-cigarette | 17 (4.4) |
| DVD or books | 15 (3.9) |
| Online programme | 7 (1.8) |
| Quit smoking group | 7 (1.8) |
| Other methods | 16 (4.1) |
*Some participants used more than one method in their past quit attempts.