About this trial
This study evaluates whether non-cigarette tobacco products (e-cigarettes) can help smokers quit smoking as compared to traditional quit methods (nicotine replacement therapy or varenicline/Chantix). Participants in this study will be randomly assigned to one of two groups, then will have a choice between the offered products of that group. Participants in the e-cigarette group will have a choice of e-cigarette brand and flavor. Participants in the medication group will have choice between nicotine replacement therapy (patches and lozenges) or varenicline, also known as Chantix. Participation will last 6 months and will include weekly phone calls for the initial 7-weeks plus a 11-week phone call and a 6-month follow-up visit. Participants will also complete electronic daily diaries during the first 7-weeks.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Adults 21+ who previously had a quit attempt using FDA-approved pharmacotherapy.
Interest in reducing harms from tobacco use or quitting smoking
Disqualifiers
Pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to become pregnant.
Household member currently enrolled in the study
Planning to move out of the area within the next 7 months
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Switching to E-Cigarette
- Switching using Medication
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
Medical University of South Carolina
Lead sponsor
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Collaborator