Daily Smoker? Join Our Paid Research Study!
Researchers at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences want to find better treatments for smokers.
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Conducted in
Tulsa, OK
Compensation Provided
Right-Handed
smoke 5+ cigarettes per day
21 - 60 Years Old
Fast Facts
Study Background
Each year, smoking causes over 480,000 deaths in the United States and over 7 million deaths worldwide. Unfortunately, even with the best treatments currently available, nearly 2 out of 3 smokers who quit will return to smoking within six months. Many relapses occur when smokers are exposed to people, settings, or other cues that remind them of smoking and produce strong urges to smoke.

Our researchers are studying whether a medication has the potential to affect smoking behavior by reducing the cravings that occur in response to smoking cues. This medication is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is widely used to treat high blood pressure and other related problems, but is not yet approved to treat smoking.

Participating in this study may contribute valuable information that can help those who want to quit smoking in the future. Further research on smoking treatments and join our compensated study today!

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Additional Information
Why is this study being done?
We are studying whether a medication has the potential to affect smoking behavior. This medication is approved by the FDA and is widely used to treat high blood pressure and other related problems, but is not yet approved to treat smoking.
Is this study for me?
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria.

Key Criteria:
  • Smoke 5+ cigarettes per day
  • Smoking regularly for over 1 year
  • Right-handed
  • 21-60 years old
  • No use of smokeless tobacco or other nicotine products
  • Not currently seeking or receiving treatment to help quit smoking
  • Not planning to quit smoking in the next 90 days
  • Able to undergo an MRI
  • Do not have heart disease, asthma, diabetes, seizures, or have a history of serious head trauma
  • Generally in good health
What does this study involve?
Participants will attend six visits at a center located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, including four MRI scans. Participants will take different combinations of FDA-approved medications prior to each MRI. Four of these visits will be 4-5 hours in length.
Will I be paid for being in this research study?
Compensation up to $780 is provided for your time.
Will it cost me anything to participate in this study?
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.