Testing a diabetes drug to help men quit smoking
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if a medication used for type 2 diabetes (GLP-1 receptor agonists) can also reduce smoking in men with diabetes who smoke. If you qualify, you may receive this drug or a standard diabetes pill to see if it helps you smoke less.
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Who can take part
- You are a man between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have type 2 diabetes.
- You have smoked for at least one year.
- You have a moderate to high nicotine dependence (score of 4 or more on a standard test).
- You haven't taken GLP-1 receptor agonists or DPP-4 inhibitors before.
- You are willing to have an MRI scan (no metal implants, pacemaker, or claustrophobia).
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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