Effect of Progesterone on Smoking Behavior in Male and Female Smokers

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.

Timeline

Start

2004-09

Primary completion

2008-09

Completion

2008-09

Drugs

Indications