๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-01-21

The Impact of Menthol Flavoring on Switching in Adult Menthol Smokers (NCT05555069)

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: Nikki Nollen, PhD, MA

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study will compare the efficacy of menthol-flavored versus tobacco-flavored 4th generation nicotine salt-based pod-system e-cigarettes in facilitating a switch from combustible cigarettes to e-cigarettes in adult menthol smokers.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Kansas Medical Center โ€” Kansas City, Missouri

Age range: 21 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Menthol-flavored electronic cigarette (OTHER)
  • Tobacco-flavored electronic cigarette (OTHER)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Kansas Medical Center โ€” Kansas City, Missouri

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (816) 398-8960

Email: psnow@kumc.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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