E-cigarettes vs. Nicotine Replacement for Smoking in Substance Use Treatment
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares e-cigarettes to nicotine replacement therapy (like patches or gum) to help people who are in treatment for substance use disorder (like drugs or alcohol) quit or reduce smoking. It aims to find a safer way to cut back on cigarettes.
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Who can take part
- You are 21 years or older.
- You smoke at least 5 cigarettes a day, most days, for at least the past 6 months.
- You are currently in an outpatient program for substance use disorder (like drugs or alcohol).
- You have tried to quit smoking at least once before.
- You are interested in cutting down, quitting, or switching to a less harmful product.
- You are not using e-cigarettes or vapes on 20 or more days of the past month.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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