From now on, doctors can prescribe nicotine preparations such as nicotine patches or chewing gum as well as the active ingredient varenicline on prescription. These remedies help to cope with withdrawal and increase the chances of successfully quitting smoking. This means that for the first time, medication for smoking cessation is now reimbursable in Germany. Requirements for the health insurance prescription In order for the medication to be paid for by the health insurance company, certain conditions apply: - There must be a severe tobacco dependence. - In addition, participation in an evidence-based tobacco cessation program is required. For a long time, tobacco cessation drugs were cons... [Read more]