I have tried the Nicoderm CQ Patch, gum, and zyban now what?
2006-08-30 19:37:58 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
First, are you sure that you really want to quit?
It's a tough addiction - realizing you're addicted and that it is damn difficult to quit is the first step. Are you there yet?
It usually takes several serious efforts and then several extended relapses before you quit for good - if you quit for good.
If you can't quit via the usual means (cold turkey, NRT, Zyban) try the new Pfizer drug, Chantix. But make sure you really want to quit - otherwise you are wasting your time.
http://www.chantix.com
I smoked for more than 25 years, and I have been smokefree now, finally, for about 2-1/2+ years.
2006-08-31 04:38:26 · answer #1 · answered by TJ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried all at once because I have heard that is the best success - zyban and the patch. Also there is a new shot out now that is supposed to really work - call your doctor and ask them about it. I am not sure of the name, etc but I know it is out and that it works. Also, I know some are skeptical about it but hypnotism -- if you are open to it - has worked for many of my friends. I also know that a smoker support group can help - I have seen a lot of research on this so you want want to look if there are any in your area.
On the news tonight, there was a story about tobacco companies and that they have increased the amount of nicotine in cigarettes escpecially Marlboro and other brand names over the last six years - drastically - up to 40% more than before years ago so people get addicted basically after one time. They never told anyone this - someone found out. I was thinking about a week ago about how addicted I feel now and I never used to - now I know why. - And they claim to want to help people quit - ha!
Good luck!
2006-08-30 19:43:10 · answer #2 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I quit....it was hard...VERY hard.
I got two plastic straws. I named them "Nick" and "Nicky". Whenever I "nicked out", I'd puff on them deeply like I would a cigarette. No, it wasn't the same, but I kept puffing and sucking until the horrible urge passed. Praying helped! So did calling my friends and sister when I really felt weak. (Those who have kicked the habit are the best...they understand!) It takes about a week, but Nick and Nicky were finally retired. It is very hard, but so worth it!
2006-08-30 19:55:27 · answer #3 · answered by LastNerveLost 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the fastest way, just quit. You have to want to, tho. If you dont want to quit, you probably shouldnt bother. cause it will be a lifelong battle. If you can just decide to quit, tho. you can do it. just stop buying or bumming them. JUST STOP! after a month, you will have no reason to start again. just 1 month! you will love the new, nontobacco smelling, able to taste, non hacking, you! and after that first month, it just gets easier and easier. soon you wont even know why you ever wanted to smoke in the first place.
2006-08-30 19:45:25 · answer #4 · answered by Big hands Big feet 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In case of women, cigarettes relieve stress. Women need to smoke at least 2 cigarettes everyday to keep themselves on the toes. If you are a woman and you do not smoke, then you are missing something in life.
Do smoke everyday.
Good luck.
2006-08-31 05:28:33 · answer #5 · answered by sm84 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I quit cold turkey. It was that or die. I went into respiratory failure and I haven't had a smoke since. It was hard but I sure feel better and breathe better!! Good luck to you and hang in there, you'll make it. It's been 8 months for me!!
2006-08-30 19:42:43 · answer #6 · answered by beakman57 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no easy way. You have to have the will power to put them down and say I'm not going to pick them back up. It looks like you've tried everything except confidence in yourself that you can do it. You can! I know because I did!
2006-08-30 19:41:26 · answer #7 · answered by Kewl__Kat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to want to. all paraphernalia are just to help you.
I used zyban, nico gum. I wish I had the inhaler thingy when I quit.
2006-08-30 19:42:05 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a picture of a black lung and carry it around with you. Whenever you get a craving look at the picture and say
"If I smoke another cigarette, I'm one step closer to this"
Just STOP smoking. It's HORRIBLE for you.
2006-08-30 19:43:03 · answer #9 · answered by Mister Jay 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You just have to want to quit. When my husband and I decided to have our first child, I just simply set them down that was a good enough reason (being pregnant) for me. It's been over 3 yrs and still dont want one. Good Luck!
2006-08-30 19:42:50 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋