Side effects from smoking cessation? I am 18 days smoke free...thank you Chantix!?This is my first successful quit without cheating. Had to cut the chantix dosage in half, due to anger, anxiety, restlessness, etc. But, once the dose was reduced to .5 x 2/day, I've done much better. However, I slept between 10-12 hours a day for the first 2 weeks. Now into the third week, I have insomnia. Also, lots of stomach upset, horrible gas, either constipation for days or bouts of diarhea. My tongue is sore, my breath is horrid, and I feel generally pretty crappy.
So, I know that I've abused my body for more years than I'd like to admit by smoking a pack a day and my body is trying to recover. I'm drinking tons of water-at least 50 oz/day, eating lots of fresh fruit, etc. I don't want to stop the chantix yet....even though the bad cravings are gone. But, how long will all of this last? I can't focus on anything and it's affecting my work!
Mayank_JALHOLIC
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PLS HELP....PLS
Orella
Giving up smoking is one of the most difficult things I ever did. It is really hard but it does gradually get easier. I don't know about Chantix (I used nicotine gum) but it sounds as if you have changed your dietry habits and that could be contributing to your problems. Eat five portions of fruit/veg a day and don't force yourself to drink when you are not thirsty. Good luck, it will be worth it I promise!
john r
those desires to smoke are called cravings.. people in support groups have some tools to deal with them.. one of my favorites is known as the 5d's
Distract (do something else) for instance its hard to smoke doing dishes
Delay (i don't need one right now).. continued delays = a quit!!
Discuss you did that by asking the question, people in support groups do it in meetings or e-mails
Drink Water, it helps reduce cravings, and flushes toxins
Deep breathe, most smokers only breathe deeply when inhaling!!
the good news is that i now have been quit for over 5 years.. i quit trying to quit alone, and joined a support group.. i attend nicotine anonymous meetings both locally and on line.. on line voice meetings are he as close as your computer, and you can attend while still smoking, before actually attempting a quit.. however you decide to quit good luck, there is simply no wrong way to quit!!
Nicotine Anonymous is a Non-Profit 12 Step Fellowship of men and women helping each other live nicotine-free lives. Nicotine Anonymous welcomes all those seeking freedom from nicotine addiction, including those using cessation programs and nicotine withdrawal aids. The primary purpose of Nicotine Anonymous is to help all those who would like to cease using tobacco and nicotine products in any form. The Fellowship offers group support and recovery using the 12 Steps as adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous to achieve abstinence from nicotine.
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