E-cigarettes vs nicotine therapy for quitting smoking in obesity
Treatments studied
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares e-cigarettes and nicotine replacement therapy (like patches or gum) to help people who are obese quit smoking. Participants use a study product for 8 weeks and track progress with a smartphone app.
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Who can take part
- You are 21 or older
- You have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher (obese)
- You have smoked at least 5 cigarettes a day for the past year
- You are willing to use either e-cigarettes or nicotine therapy for 8 weeks
- You have a Bluetooth-enabled smartphone or tablet to measure your breath carbon monoxide (CO) levels
- You are not currently using e-cigarettes or nicotine therapy more than 2 days a week
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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