E-Cigarettes vs. cigarettes: which delivers nicotine faster?
NCT ID NCT02032212
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at how quickly and how much nicotine gets into the blood from e-cigarettes, a nicotine inhalator, and regular cigarettes. Twelve healthy smokers took part, and researchers measured nicotine levels and withdrawal symptoms. The goal was to understand the nicotine delivery profile of e-cigarettes compared to other products.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- nicotine
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help understand how e-cigarettes deliver nicotine compared to traditional cigarettes and inhalators.
- What could go wrong
- This was a very small, early study with only 12 participants, so results may not apply to all smokers or products. It measured nicotine levels, not health effects or quitting success.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Simbec Research
Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, CF48 4DR, United Kingdom
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