Will any future increase in cigarette price reduce smoking in Saudi Arabia?

Context: In Saudi Arabia, no studies have been conducted on the correlation between any possible cigarette's price increase and its effects on cigarette consumption.

Aims: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of cigarette smoking in Saudi Arabia and to predict the effect of price increase on cigarette consumption.

Settings And Design: A cross-sectional study was conducted in April and May 2013.