NRT and ischaemic heart disease (IHD)

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What is the advice for patients with heart disease who wish to use NRT?

stopping smoking is critical for those with ischaemic heart disease as it can slow the progression of the disease

data indicates that for smokers with stable heart disease, the benefits of using NRT to quit smoking out weigh any risks there may be with NRT

for those in hospital with severe heart disease, NRT can be used if recommended and supervised by the doctor treating the patient

a large study using data from the General Practice Research Database (GPRD) reinforced the view that the benefit of NRT for patients with heart disease outweighed any potential risk of NRT

MRHA. Nicotine Replacement Therapy. Question and Answer document (accessed 16/4/10)

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NRT and ischaemic heart disease (IHD)

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