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Official title Evaluation of Low and High Nicotine Tobacco Free Nicotine Pouches
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06678789
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Tobacco-free oral nicotine pouches (such as Zyn brand) are a less harmful alternative to cigarette smoking. Pouches, however, contain nicotine, and addictive substance that is not risk-free.
- 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 21 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age 21+
- current cigarette smoking (25+ days per previous month, 5 or more cigarettes/day, for greater than 1yr, greater than 100 lifetime cigarettes)
- have not used TNFPs more than 5 times during their lifetime
- willing and able to attend 2 in-person visits in Charleston (to assess biomarkers)
- have internet access
You likely can't join if
- Lack of proficiency in English.
- Use of other combustible tobacco products (i.e., cigars, cigarillos, hookahs) and/or other non-combusted nicotine/tobacco products (i.e...
- Current use of smoking cessation medications (i.e., varenicline, bupropion, nicotine replacement therapy).
- Use of marijuana within the past month, and unwillingness to abstain from marijuana during course of study.
- Medical conditions contraindicated to NRT use (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, and nursing, past month myocardial infarction, current untreated...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Charleston, South Carolina, 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, 21 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Charleston, South Carolina, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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