Switch or Quit R01

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age21+
SponsorMedical University of South Carolina

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

225 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators

Medical University of South Carolina

Lead sponsor

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

Collaborator