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Nicotine Addiction Clinical Trial in San Diego, CA

Access cutting-edge nicotine addiction treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in San Diego. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of California, San Diego

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to San Diego

    Convenient for CA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit San Diego site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Nicotine Addiction Study in San Diego

The proposed project will include enrollment of 200 daily tobacco cigarette users, ages 22+, from the San Diego community. Participants will be assessed on the VR Nicotine Cue Exposure paradigm then randomized (stratified on age and sex) to receive varenicline (target dose 1mg twice daily) or placebo (n per group=100; total N=200). Following eight days of titration, participants will be assessed again on the VR Nicotine Cue Exposure paradigm. They will then be followed via mobile assessments for eight days on target dose of varenicline, and 30-days post assessment by phone, to assess short-term nicotine use behaviors.

Sponsor: University of California, San Diego

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

In order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:
Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study
Persons, aged 22+
Ability to take oral medication and be willing to adhere to the dosing regimen
For participants able to become pregnant: use of highly effective contraception during study enrollment
Current daily tobacco use (use on 7 days per week, on average, ≥5 cigarettes per day, in the previous 3 months)
Tobacco use history ≥3 years
Endorsement of past week nicotine craving

Exclusion Criteria

Contraindications/conditions with special precautions for varenicline treatment (i.e., history of serious hypersensitivity or skin reactions to varenicline, history of severe renal impairment, seizures, severe cardiovascular disease, chronic or severe nausea, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, pregnancy or nursing)
Medical or psychiatric history affecting brain development (i.e., history and/or treatment of neurologic disorders, severe head trauma with loss of consciousness \>2 minutes, or current severe Diagnostic and Statistical Manual 5th edition (DSM-5) psychiatric disorders other than tobacco use disorders)
Current suicidal ideation or history of suicide attempt or self-mutilatory acts in the past 12 months
Other recreational drug use in the past 30 days (besides alcohol and cannabis) verified by oral and urine fluid toxicology
Visual/vestibular problems that may make task completion difficult (i.e., motion sickness, difficulty balancing, blindness)
Treatment seeking for tobacco use disorder/intent to quit within 30 days

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in San Diego?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06582888) has an active research site in San Diego, CA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Nicotine Addiction Treatment Options in San Diego, CA

If you're searching for nicotine addiction treatment options in San Diego, CA, this clinical trial (NCT06582888) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our San Diego research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced nicotine addiction specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

Looking for more options? Browse all nicotine addiction clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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