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Official title Health Effects of the Standardized Research E-Cigarette in Smokers With HIV Smokers With HIV
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03862924
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Cigarette smoking is more prevalent (50-70%) in persons living with HIV in the U.S. when compared with the general population and is linked to increased rates of heart disease, lung diseases and infections, and lung cancers.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- diagnosed with and engaged in care for HIV (defined as at least one HIV clinic medical appointment within the past six month period)
- at least 18 years of age
- smoke at least 5 cigarettes per day for longer than one year
- exhaled carbon monoxide (CO) level greater than 5 at BL
You likely can't join if
- intention to quit smoking in the next 30 days
- currently using pharmacotherapy for smoking cessation
- currently using electronic cigarettes more than 2 days/week
- unstable medical or psychiatric condition (defined as hospitalization)
- medical contraindications to nicotine (unstable angina, uncontrolled hypertension, or recent cardiovascular event, including hospitalization)
- psychotic symptoms
See the full eligibility criteria
- diagnosed with and engaged in care for HIV (defined as at least one HIV clinic medical appointment within the past six month period)
- at least 18 years of age
- smoke at least 5 cigarettes per day for longer than one year
- exhaled carbon monoxide (CO) level greater than 5 at BL
- intention to quit smoking in the next 30 days
- currently using pharmacotherapy for smoking cessation
- currently using electronic cigarettes more than 2 days/week
- unstable medical or psychiatric condition (defined as hospitalization)
- medical contraindications to nicotine (unstable angina, uncontrolled hypertension, or recent cardiovascular event, including hospitalization)
- psychotic symptoms
- substance use disorder other than nicotine dependence
- past-month suicidal ideation or past-year suicide attempt
- pregnant or nursing.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Providence, Rhode Island, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.