Effectiveness of the Nicotine Patch in Suppressing Nicotine Withdrawal Symptoms in Women Versus Men - 1

Completed · Phase 2

Conditions studied: Smoking Cessation, Tobacco Use Disorder

In brief

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 assess whether the reduced effectiveness of nicotine replacement therapy in women is caused by gender differences in the withdrawal suppression induced by nicotine replacement therapy.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT00218140

Run by

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

People needed

0

Expected to finish

2005-04-01

Last updated by the study team

2017-01-12

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 55. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• 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

You may not qualify if…

• 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

Where it is running

• University — Richmond, Virginia, United States

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