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  • Men and women who are regular smokers

Sound like you?

If you would like to learn more about the Varenicline Study,

Human Laboratory Study of Varenicline in Smokers
What is the purpose of the study?

The purpose of this study is to test the ways that a drug called varenicline helps smokers to quit smoking.
How often are the clinic visits?

There are at total of 8 visits in this study. They happen over a 5-week period.
What will I be doing in the study?

If you agree to be in this study, you will attend 7 visits for the next 5 weeks. You will quit smoking three times in this study. The first two times you quit, you will quit for 8 hours. The third and last time you quit, you will attempt to quit for good. At each clinic visit you will complete several questionnaires asking about withdrawal symptoms, smoking satisfaction, mood, health and medication use. At one visit, we will collect a blood sample.
Will I be compensated?

You will receive up to $450 for your time spent participating if you comply with all of the study requirements.
What should I do if I'm interested?

Let us know. Either call 612-627-4905 or email: oliv0910@umn.edu

IRB Code: 0603M83886

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