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Can nicotine pouches replace cigarettes? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT06315881

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether oral nicotine pouches (like ZYN) can be a good substitute for cigarettes or smokeless tobacco. Researchers will test different nicotine levels and forms to see which ones reduce cravings and appeal to users. 160 adult tobacco users will try the pouches and report their experiences. The goal is to find product features that help people switch to a lower-risk nicotine product.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Nicotine Oral Pouch (ZYN)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could show that certain nicotine pouches are a satisfying substitute for cigarettes or smokeless tobacco, helping people switch to a lower-risk option.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study focused on product characteristics, not long-term health outcomes. The pouches still contain nicotine and may not help everyone quit or switch.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

nicotine dependence

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

TOBACCO-RELATED CARCINOMA

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center

    RECRUITING

    Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States

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