NCT00044434

Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to test the use of time-released bupropion (Wellbutrin) in patients receiving treatment for alcohol abuse/dependence as an aid to stop smoking. Patients will receive either a time-released bupropion or placebo. Both groups will receive nicotine replacement therapy during the 9 week study. A final followup assessment will be conducted 6 months from the start of treatment.

Trial Health

87
On Track

Trial Health Score

Automated assessment based on enrollment pace, timeline, and geographic reach

Enrollment
200

participants targeted

Target at P75+ for phase_4

Timeline
Completed

Started May 2002

Typical duration for phase_4

Geographic Reach
1 country

1 active site

Status
completed

Health score is calculated from publicly available data and should be used for screening purposes only.

Trial Relationships

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

Study Start

First participant enrolled

May 1, 2002

Completed
4 months until next milestone

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

August 28, 2002

Completed
2 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

August 30, 2002

Completed
2.6 years until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

April 1, 2005

Completed
Same day until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

April 1, 2005

Completed
Last Updated

January 29, 2008

Status Verified

January 1, 2008

Enrollment Period

2.9 years

First QC Date

August 28, 2002

Last Update Submit

January 25, 2008

Conditions

Interventions

Eligibility Criteria

Age25 Years - 75 Years
Sexall
Healthy VolunteersNo
Age GroupsAdult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

  • Currently a patient in the Omaha VA Medical Center, Substance Abuse Treatment Center (SATC) or at Catholic Charities Campus for Hope.
  • Have a diagnosis of alcohol abuse or alcohol dependence.
  • Smoke 20 or more cigarettes/day (may also smoke pipes/cigars).
  • Be interested in quitting smoking.
  • Provide name, addresses, and phone numbers of at least two individuals who can provide information on their alcohol, nicotine, and other drug use during the follow-up period.
  • If female, patient must a) be of non-childbearing potential, b) have a negative pregnancy test, c) sign a document stating they do not plan on becoming pregnant during the study.
  • Agree to sign informed consent.
  • Able to read and understand study-related forms and procedures.

You may not qualify if:

  • Advanced cardiac, pulmonary, renal, or liver disease.
  • History of seizures.
  • History of brain tumor or significant head trauma.
  • History of bulimia or anorexia nervosa.
  • Current major depressive disorder or past history of panic disorders, schizophrenia, or bipolar affective disorder.
  • Using psychoactive drugs.
  • Receiving treatment with medications that lower seizure thresholds.
  • Use of an investigational drug in any study in the past four weeks.
  • Currently using any asthma medication.
  • Used time-released bupropion in the past 12 months.
  • Currently using any other treatments to stop smoking.

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (1)

VA/Nebraska/Western Iowa Health Care System

Omaha, Nebraska, 68105, United States

Location

Related Publications (1)

  • Hajizadeh A, Howes S, Theodoulou A, Klemperer E, Hartmann-Boyce J, Livingstone-Banks J, Lindson N. Antidepressants for smoking cessation. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023 May 24;5(5):CD000031. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD000031.pub6.

MeSH Terms

Conditions

AlcoholismSmoking

Interventions

Bupropion

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Alcohol-Related DisordersSubstance-Related DisordersChemically-Induced DisordersMental DisordersBehavior

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

PropiophenonesKetonesOrganic Chemicals

Study Design

Study Type
interventional
Phase
phase 4
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Masking
DOUBLE
Purpose
TREATMENT
Sponsor Type
NIH

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

August 28, 2002

First Posted

August 30, 2002

Study Start

May 1, 2002

Primary Completion

April 1, 2005

Study Completion

April 1, 2005

Last Updated

January 29, 2008

Record last verified: 2008-01

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