Study Summary
This trial is studying whether filtered cigars are more addictive than cigarettes, if flavor makes filtered cigars more addictive, and if there are differences for men and women.
Treatment Effectiveness
Phase-Based Effectiveness
Study Objectives
3 Primary · 1 Secondary · Reporting Duration: 3-4 weeks
Trial Safety
Phase-Based Safety
Awards & Highlights
Trial Design
2 Treatment Groups
Flavored Filtered Cigars
1 of 2
Unflavored Filtered Cigars
1 of 2
Experimental Treatment
145 Total Participants · 2 Treatment Groups
Primary Treatment: Flavored filtered cigars · No Placebo Group · N/A
Trial Logistics
Trial Timeline
Who is running the clinical trial?
Eligibility Criteria
Age 18 - 34 · All Participants · 2 Total Inclusion Criteria
Mark “Yes” if the following statements are true for you:Who else is applying?
What state do they live in?
| Connecticut | 100.0% |
What site did they apply to?
| UConn Health | 100.0% |
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
| Met criteria | 100.0% |
Why did patients apply to this trial?
- "I need money I assume this pays…also I would like to quit smoking tobacco products all together…eventually"
What questions have other patients asked about this trial?
- "How much does this pay?"
How many prior treatments have patients received?
| 0 | 100.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many individuals have volunteered to participate in this research?
"Affirmative. According to clinicaltrials.gov, this medical experiment is still enrolling participants. It was initially listed on June 24th 2020 and the most recent edit occurred May 12th 2022. There are 145 spaces available at one location for potential patients of this trial." - Anonymous Online Contributor
Are there any open enrolment opportunities for this investigation?
"As per records on clinicaltrials.gov, the trial is actively seeking participants. It was first posted to the website on June 24th 2020 and its information was most recently updated on May 12th 2022." - Anonymous Online Contributor
Is enrollment open to individuals over the age of fifty for this experiment?
"According to the specifications of this trial, only individuals between 18 and 34 years old may enroll. However, 4 trials are open for minors under 18 while 76 other studies target those over 65." - Anonymous Online Contributor
Are there any limitations regarding who can partake in this research study?
"This clinical trial is enrolling 145 participants aged 18 to 34 with tobacco use disorder. They must meet the following criteria: Regular dual users of filtered cigars and cigarettes, English proficiency, stable residence for the duration of study, consistent smoking habits over last 3 months or more, smartphone availability with a data plan as this research will be done remotely, cotinine levels higher than 30 ng/mL." - Anonymous Online Contributor