Effectiveness of Bupropion for Treating Nicotine Dependence in Young People
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2011-01-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Little is known about the best ways to help young people stop smoking. Bupropion (a
medication marketed as Wellbutrin or Zyban) has proved helpful in treating adult smokers. The
purpose of this study is to determine if bupropion is also effective in treating smokers
between the ages of 12 and 25 years old. This study also compares the effectiveness of
bupropion used as a supplement to behavioral treatment versus behavioral treatment used
alone. In addition, the study evaluates whether hormonal response to stress measured prior to
the start of treatment predicts whether individuals respond well to treatment with
medication.