Exploring how cannabis use affects quitting smoking tobacco
Determining the impact of cannabis use and severity on tobacco cessation outcomes: A prospective tobacco treatment trial
This study is looking at how using cannabis might affect people who are trying to quit smoking cigarettes, especially for those who use both cannabis and tobacco, to help find better ways to support them in their quit journey.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical University of South Carolina NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10798802 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between cannabis use and the success of quitting tobacco, particularly among individuals who smoke cigarettes. Participants will be monitored to understand how using cannabis may impact their ability to stop smoking and how their cannabis consumption changes during their quit attempts. The study specifically focuses on individuals who use both cannabis and tobacco, aiming to gather data that could inform better cessation strategies. By analyzing these patterns, the research seeks to identify potential barriers to quitting tobacco related to cannabis use.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who smoke cigarettes and also use cannabis.
Not a fit: Patients who do not smoke tobacco or do not use cannabis may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for helping individuals quit smoking tobacco, particularly those who also use cannabis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding the interplay between cannabis and tobacco use can provide valuable insights, but this specific approach is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Charleston, United States
- Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcclure, Erin a — Medical University of South Carolina
- Study coordinator: Mcclure, Erin a
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.