Table 2 Results of logistic regression analyses to test associations between NRT use or use of other aids and continuous abstinence for 6 months
Odds ratio (95% CI) adjusting for FTND
Phase 1 samplePhase 2 sampleCombined sample
Model 1
NRT vs no NRT3.0* (1.2 to 7.5)2.1* (1.0 to 4.1)2.2* (1.3 to 3.9)
Model 2
Other aid vs no other aid†0.8 (0.2 to 3.1)1.6 (0.7 to 3.7)1.4 (0.7 to 2.7)
  • NRT, nicotine replacement therapy; FTMD, Fagerstrom test of nicotine dependence.

  • *p<0.05 difference between groups (two-tailed).

  • †Other aids include hypnotherapy, acupuncture, herbal remedies, the internet or books.