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Among the major noncommunicable diseases, tobacco use is responsible for 10% of all deaths from cardiovascular diseases, 22% of all cancer deaths, and 36% of all deaths from diseases of the respiratory system

Tars in cigarette smoke affect the rate at which the liver metabolizes certain medications, causing blood levels of antidepressant and antipsychotic medications to decline, decreasing the effectiveness of the medication

Indeed, tobacco smoke is estimated to contain up to 7,000 chemicals, and around 100 are known toxins and/or carcinogens at exposure levels experienced by smokers

[,,] Addiction and dependency Nicotine is known for its high addictive potential, resulting in both physical and psychological dependence among users