Effect of Progesterone on Smoking Behavior in Male and Female Smokers
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2008-09-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Past research on nicotine addiction has shown that changes in estradiol and progesterone
hormone levels during menstruation may cause women to respond differently than men to
nicotine. The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of progesterone on smoking
behavior, nicotine withdrawal symptoms, and the reinforcing effects of smoking in men and
women addicted to nicotine.