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New treatment option for Smoking
Official title Project DEDUCE: Digital Envirotyping to Develop Understanding of Cigarette Smoking and the Environment
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07089901
What this study is testing
What is transdermal nicotine replacement therapy?
transdermal nicotine replacement therapy is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for smoking.
Also referred to as NRT, nicotine patch.
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
- Tobacco use is a chronic relapsing condition. That is, even with state-of-the-art treatment, \>70% of smoking cessation attempts end in a return to regular smoking.
- 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 21 and older
You may be able to join if
- 21 years of age or older;
- Smoke ≥ 10 cigarettes/day of a brand delivering 0.5 mg nicotine (FTC method);
- Smoking daily for ≥ 2 years, with a stable smoking pattern for the past 6 months;
- Intention to quit smoking and set a target quit date in the next 1 month;
- Have an iPhone or Android smartphone capable of running the photoEMA and iCO software
You likely can't join if
- Pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant during the course of the study;
- Currently in smoking cessation treatment or current use of smoking cessation products;
- Regular use (i.e. \>9 days/month) of non-cigarette nicotine-containing products (e.g. cigarillos, e-cigarettes);
- Anticipating major life changes (e.g. new job, birth of a child) during the course of the study;
- Unstable medical conditions;
- Contraindication for nicotine replacement therapy.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Durham, North 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. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Durham, North Carolina, 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.