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varenicline · Medicine question

Why is varenicline not recommended for children and adolescents?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Varenicline is not recommended for children and adolescents because its efficacy has not been demonstrated in the paediatric population.

Sources for this answer

Varenicline 1 mg film-coated tabletsBrown & Burk UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.2 Posology and method of administration · Version 1Document updated 18 October 2024

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