Comparative Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of Synthetic Nicotine

Description: The goal of this study is to learn about the effects on the body from vaping synthetic or "tobacco-free" nicotine compared to natural nicotine. The study consists of hospital visits at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (ZSFG) where you will be vaping natural nicotine, synthetic nicotine, and a mixture of the two. You will use only one of these products on each of the 3 hospital days. We will be collecting blood, urine, blood pressure, and questionnaires while you vape throughout the day. 

Length of participation: ~5 days, including 2 clinic visits, 3 hospital visits (not consecutive). Hospital visits are full days, from 8am to 4:30pm. Breakfast and lunch provided.

Compensation: up to $1,480 (check); Joytech device provided

Status: Currently Enrolling

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Cigarette Harm Reduction with Scheduled Electronic Cigarette Use

Description: This is a research study that is observing the differences in the addictiveness and safety of standardized electronic cigarettes and usual electronic cigarette use. Blood samples will be taken to measure the absorption of nicotine after a standardized session of your usual e-cigarette or the Standardized Research E-Cigarette while on the research ward at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital. Standardized Research E-Cigarettes (SREC), provided by the National Institutes of Health, will be used in this study and are considered experimental by the Food and Drug Administration and cannot be used outside of research studies.

Length of participation: ~4 days, including 2 clinic visits, and 2 hospital visits 

Compensation: up to $1,130 (check); SREC products provided

Status: Currently Enrolling

Interested in participating?
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