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Official title Using Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST) to Optimize a Cost-effective, Sustainable and Scalable Smoking Cessation Package for Smokers in HIV Clinical Care
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06598397
What this study is testing
What is Combination NRT?
Combination NRT is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for human immunodeficiency virus (hiv).
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- This study's long-term goal is to improve clinical outcomes among smokers living with HIV (SLWH) by providing smoking cessation interventions in HIV clinical care that will increase the chances of quitting smoking, limits costs and burden on staff and reach many smokers living with HIV.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
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
- Status as HIV+
- Age 18 or older
- Currently smokes ≥ 5 CPD, on average, in past month
- Positive for salivary cotinine
- Able to understand the nature of the study and the consenting process
You likely can't join if
- Suffers from any medical condition or contraindication precluding use of nicotine replacement therapy
- Current use of any tobacco cessation medications (varenicline, NRT patch, nicotine gum, lozenge, spray or inhaler, or bupropion)
- Currently participating in a smoking cessation program
- Pregnant or nursing and plans to be in next 6 months
- Has schizophrenia/schizo-affective disorder
- Does not have a functioning mobile phone that can receive text messages
See the full eligibility criteria
- Status as HIV+
- Age 18 or older
- Currently smokes ≥ 5 CPD, on average, in past month
- Positive for salivary cotinine
- Able to understand the nature of the study and the consenting process
- Is engaged in HIV clinical care
- Living in larger NYC metropolitan area currently and for the next 6-8 months
- Suffers from any medical condition or contraindication precluding use of nicotine replacement therapy
- Current use of any tobacco cessation medications (varenicline, NRT patch, nicotine gum, lozenge, spray or inhaler, or bupropion)
- Currently participating in a smoking cessation program
- Pregnant or nursing and plans to be in next 6 months
- Has schizophrenia/schizo-affective disorder
- Does not have a functioning mobile phone that can receive text messages
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- New York, New York, 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 New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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