Aqueous extract of tobacco leaves, its uses in the treatment of dependence

摘要

The invention relates to the use of an aqueous extract of tobacco leaves for the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of dependence, in particular tobacco dependence, and to a sterile injection solution and a kit which can be used for the treatment of dependence, in particular of tobacco.

主权项

1. A method for treating tobacco dependence in a subject in need thereof, wherein said method comprises subcutaneously injecting into the patient in need thereof a solution containing an effective amount of an aqueous extract of tobacco leaves and sterile water, wherein said aqueous extract of tobacco leaves has a dried matter content of 0.05 to 150 mg/ml, and wherein said aqueous extract of tobacco leaves is substantially nicotine-free.