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National Institute on Drug Abuse Clinical Trials Network
 
A Pilot Study of Osmotic-Release Methylphenidate in Initiating and Maintaining Abstinence in Smokers with ADHD (CTN 0029)
Enrollment (Complete)

Description

The primary objective of this study is to evaluate whether OROS MPH (Concerta), relative to placebo, increases the effectiveness of standard smoking treatment (i.e., nicotine patch and individual smoking cessation counseling) in obtaining prolonged abstinence for smokers with ADHD. The study will involve an estimated 252 participants, recruited from approximately 6 sites.
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Principal Investigator :
Eugene Somoza, M.D.
E-Mail : somozae@email.uc.edu
Phone : (513) 487-7801
NODES & CTPs :

Ohio Valley Node (Lead)
Maryhaven, Inc.
Mayo Clinic

Long Island Node
New York State Psychiatric Institute

New York Node
VA New York Harbor Healthcare System

Northern New England Node
MGH Pediatric Psychopharmacology

Oregon/Hawaii Node
Native America Rehabilitation Association of NW Inc.
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