Effectiveness of combined tobacco treatment for hospitalized smokers

Effectiveness of Combined Treatment of Bupropion and Nicotine Replacement Therapy in Hospitalized Subjects With Active Smoking in a Reference Center

Phase 4 Interventional National Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Mexico · NCT06254001

This study is testing if a combination of nicotine replacement therapy and bupropion, along with counseling, can help hospitalized smokers quit smoking more effectively than just using nicotine replacement therapy alone.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 4
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment134 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorNational Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Mexico Government
Locations1 site (Mexico City)
Trial IDNCT06254001 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a combined treatment approach for smoking cessation in hospitalized patients. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either nicotine replacement therapy alone or in combination with bupropion, alongside counseling and behavioral therapy. Follow-up assessments will occur at 3, 6, and 12 months, including pulmonary function tests and verification of abstinence through urine cotinine and exhaled carbon monoxide tests. The study seeks to standardize interventions for this high-risk group to improve smoking cessation outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are hospitalized adults over 18 years old who are active smokers and have not received pharmacological treatment for smoking cessation in the past month.

Not a fit: Patients who have contraindications for the medications used in the trial or who have recently undergone pharmacological treatment for smoking cessation may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly enhance smoking cessation rates among hospitalized patients, leading to improved health outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying effectiveness of smoking cessation interventions in hospitalized patients, but this combined approach is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

\>18 years Active smokers (consumption of more than 100 cigarettes in their entire life, and who have consumed cigarettes in the last 30 days) Hospitalized subjects Informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Subjects who have had pharmacological treatment to stop smoking in the last month
* Subjects with contraindications for medications.

Sample size calculation, 80% power, unilateral, due to difference in proportions, estimated loss of 25%.

Where this trial is running

Mexico City

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Tobacco SmokingTobacco WithdrawalNicotine AddictionNicotine WithdrawalNicotine Replacement Therapytobaccobupropionnicotine replacement therapy
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.