Status:
COMPLETED
Effectiveness of the Nicotine Patch in Suppressing Nicotine Withdrawal Symptoms in Women Versus Men - 1
Lead Sponsor:
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Conditions:
Smoking Cessation
Tobacco Use Disorder
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-55 years
Phase:
PHASE2
Brief Summary
Women typically have a more difficult time quitting smoking than men. Little research has been done to understand the differences between men and women that may cause this distinction. This study will...
Detailed Description
Smoking can cause a variety of cancers, cardiovascular disorders, and other health problems. Quitting smoking greatly decreases one's risk for these problems. Studies have shown, however, that quittin...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Smokes at least 15 cigarettes a day for at least 2 years prior to enrollment
- Has an afternoon carbon monoxide level of at least 15 ppm
- Agree to use an effective form of contraception for the duration of the study
Exclusion
- History of chronic health problems
- History of psychiatric conditions
- History of or active cardiovascular disease
- History of or active high or low blood pressure
- History of or active seizure condition
- History of or active peptic ulcers
- History of or active diabetes
- Pregnant
- Score of greater than 17 on the Beck Depression Inventory
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
End Date :
April 1 2005
Estimated Enrollment :
Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00218140
End Date
April 1 2005
Last Update
January 12 2017
Active Locations (1)
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University
Richmond, Virginia, United States