Effects of Electronic Cigarettes on Nicotine Concentrations

Summary

This study will examine whether nicotine levels increase with electronic cigarettes. It will also examine whether electronic cigarettes alter lung function tests. The study will obtain preliminary data on the medical effects of electronic cigarettes, with two different nicotine flavors, tobacco and tobacco with menthol, which are available for over the counter purchase. The electronic cigarettes and juice used in this study is available for purchase through the internet. An investigational new drug application (IND) is not needed for this study.

Timeline

Start

2012-10

Primary completion

2015-06

Completion

2015-06

Publications

• Results Oncken CA, Litt MD, McLaughlin LD, Burki NA. Nicotine concentrations with electronic cigarette use: effects of sex and flavor. Nicotine Tob Res. 2015 Apr;17(4):473-8. doi: 10.1093/ntr/ntu232.

Drugs

Indications

No indication recorded.