Has anyone taken prescription drugs to stop smoking
Or know someone who has?
Did it work?
Have you or someone you know successfully quit smoking?
If so, what method was used?
Thanks
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Has anyone taken prescription drugs to stop smoking
Or know someone who has?
Did it work?
Have you or someone you know successfully quit smoking?
If so, what method was used?
Thanks
I was once a very heavy smoker: two to three packs a day of L&M menthol.
Somewhere along the way, many years ago, I saw a picture of two lungs. Both were from 48 year old males, one that had died from smoking related illness, the other was a motor vehicle fatality.
The stark contrast between the two made me put down the cigarettes immediately and forever.
Cold turkey was my way. It is within you to control your mind.
Hello cap.Quote:
Originally Posted by CaptainRich
I truly believe in mind power 100%
And was able to leave smoking behind without a second thought during my pregnancies.
I was an idiot to start back up ( both times) because I found quiting much harder this time around.
I was always to afraid to look at a smokers lungs because, well, I smoked.
But I googled it after I read your post.
The sight made me sick to my stomach and I'm mortified that my lungs could look like that - absolutely disgusted that could be in my body.
I called my husband and he picked up the patch for me and brought it straight home.
I heard it didn't work, but I threw out my cigarettes and I'm wearing the patch right now and haven't smoked all day since I saw those pictures.
When ever I feel the urge to smoke, I look at those pictures and get grossed out. I don't want my lungs to look like that.
I had 2 cigarettes this morning before I read your post, but non after.
I am the only person that smokes in my whole family, so I have no influences to hold me back which is a plus...
Oh my goodness wish me luck... I'm doing this!!
Great, meaningful and effective dialogue going on in the above posts! I just wanted to say that many years ago, I knew a person who just decided to quit and did so cold turkey. I don't think that he has had a cigarette since. That would have been over twenty years ago.
I do agree that the visualization of the conditions of the lungs or even something else that has been affected by smoking can be a definite aid to someone quiting. The more things that you have to use to help you quit, the better, in my opinion.
Did you ever have pictures in driver's ed where they showed you the difference between the brain of an alcoholic and a non-drinker looked like? I know that seeing those images had a definite effect on me!
I've never seen the brain of an alcoholic, but aside from an occasional glass of wine (or 2 LOL) I would hope my brain looks OK.
My lungs I'm worried about though and hope that its possible for them to heal.
I haven't smoked today, but I'm feeling it today more so than yesterday.
I feel very shaky and anxious - I just keep looking at rotten lung pics reminding myself that I don't want that in my body...
Thanks for the support.
Been away visiting, but I hear you, Kae.
The first few days are usually the most diffiecult. I am far removed from the habit, but I still remember what it was like. You're doing good and I admire that!
Stay strong! It's worth the effort!
AK, I am so happy and proud of you! You go girl. Anything you need, we will be here to help you out! Good luck and stick with it... mind power AK POWER!! :DQuote:
Originally Posted by AKaeTrue
Anything, visulation of reality, drugs, stop smoking aids, call centers, all are going to help us... to a certain degree,. it it indeed what we want to achieve that is how we end up. I have tried the patch, doctors, pills, and everything else in between, and I don't even inhale, yet I want to smoke! We have to try so hard and want it to end, I'm still fighting it, I either do really well, or I smoke,. but it's my dumb decisions and choices that make me a failure, at this point.
You're not a failure, just a woman trying to over come smoking... which is really, really hard.Quote:
Originally Posted by lovelesspa
So good for you for trying, like you said, some days you do really well, which is better than not doing well at all.:)
I am currently on Chantix and I LOVE it!! It changes the receptors in the brain so that I get over the craving very quickly. And when I do light up, it is the nastiest taste I have ever put in my mouth. There is NO enjoyment from smoking anymore.
AKaeTrue;
Thank you so much, for your response, I put the cig I was smoking down and threw the pack out,. (breaking the remainder cigs into too small pieces to smoke,, ) sometimes, words help so much! And J-9 I know there's so many options out there, which I hope to be my last resort, of course, I'm anti dug to a certain degree as you know, but sometimes I guess we have to do what we have to do, I tried the Patch, even worked for awhile, but when stress enter the picture and someone has a cig, I'll do it, even though I'm so pisssed at my lack of resistance. I can cut out cholestrol, donuts, fries, but cigs... dammmmm, I'm on the cig wagon as of right now... again. Thanks to AKaetrue, just need words of wisdom, sometimes
I also am on Chantix. I have tried several other methods of quitting before this, but nothing seemed to work. Chantix however, works. It is an oral medication therefore, there are side effects. I suffer from IBS and the Chantix can aggravate this at times if I fail to drink A LOT of water. I must also eat a full meal before taking the medication, otherwise I get vertigo and nausea. Also included have been the strangest and most disturbing dreams I have ever had. I cannot say that these things will happen to you, but they did happen to me. However, I am extremely sensitive to most medications. No matter the side effects, the benefits of this medication are worth it. You have a really good chance of quitting indefinitely with the Chantix, as you already have a desire to quit. Good luck, and do yourself the favor of speaking with your physician about getting a prescription. It was the best thing I ever did for myself.
So, how are things going today for you, AKaeTrue?
Ak, how are you sweet stuff?
I'm feeling it... and it's rough,
But I haven't smoked...
Oh good, Ak have you tried the deep breaths and the keeping busy? You are so awsome! Keep up the good work, it will get easier with time, I promise!
lovelesspa, your welcome:D I know you can do it, we all can.
Even if it means we need to come here for a little support and encouragement.
J and wnk_1001, thanks for telling me about Chantix.
I looked it up and read how it works and I have a question.
Have there been any withdrawals from nicotine since it's being blocked from
The receptors?
And because it changes the way you receive the dopamine,
Did either of you get the blues, or depressed at all?
Or does it not matter how the dopamine is released/received? (hope that makes sense)
Clough and start thank you for asking how I'm doing.
It means a lot to know that I have support.
Still haven't smoked today:D
Withdrawals? Nope, not for me. I also have very little side effects if any. I have strange dreams, most are very colorful and musical, taking place around amusement parks for some reason.
But, I have had no withdrawals. Cravings, yes. But I get over those in about 10 minutes if I refocus myself.
I do love the dreams though. It's like watching a movie, but I am one of the actors. Too bad I can only take it for another month and a half.
I did not get depressed, although this is now considered a major side effect. I have noticed that I need to do more with my hands, such as cleaning, and over cleaning, but this can be bad too for some people.Quote:
Originally Posted by AKaeTrue
Rather than quitting 100% after the 7 day mark, as Chantix is prescribed, I have worked with one of my health care providers in tapering down slowly over the 3 months, which tends to curb the depression that can be associated with Chantix.
It sounds like you're doing very well J, keep up the good work.Quote:
Originally Posted by J_9
Thank you for sharing your experience on this medication with me.
You still haven't smoked today, I love those good words! Nice job AK! Really, nice job sweet stuff!;)Quote:
Originally Posted by AKaeTrue
Kae, I'm glad to see you're getting such great support and even better advice!
Keep your head up and be strong! :cool:
AK, do you think you will be all right come Monday? You are influencing me to quit too... :)
LOL, I just need a bit of support and well, I need you to be strong for my cursing and lovely rants... Heehee... just give me the go and I am on board! GO AK!! You got what it takes, if you can quit caffine... you are going to do this just fine love!
Thank you for all the great answers and support I have received here.
Please join me at the lounge for a healthier living for us all!
I am just wondering how you are doing, AKaeTrue, since we haven't communicated in a number of days.
Thanks Clough,
I'm doing good and still sticking to my goal of being smoke free :D .
Are you still in the keep busy and clean everything mode? Or is this getting easier for you?
Thankfully it is getting easier.Quote:
Originally Posted by startover22
I'm still on the step 1 nicoderm CQ patches, however
When this weeks patches are gone, I will be starting step 2:)
I take Chantix as well as some of the others. I have been smoke free for about a week. Occasionally I want one but it goes away almost as fast as the craving started. Good luck.
Thanks.Quote:
Originally Posted by mynamezdeb
I'll occasionally get a craving too, but like yours, they are short lived.
Good job and good luck to you as well!
My friend took ziban think they are called she has stopped smoking now for 9months.
I on the otherhand had hypnotherapy it was great came round not thinking of cigs did not want one at all but did tend to drink loads of water.
Then 4 weeks later could not stop thinking of them all day just going round and round in my head had a argument with my boyfriend and just lit one up wish I never but I did.
But on the otherhand another friend of mine tried this method and she has stopped now for 4 years
Quote:
Originally Posted by AKaeTrue
Kae,
You can do this. I know you can. I took Chantix for 3 months and it really did help a lot.
It's been over a year for me.
If you get tempted to smoke, just remember that one puff, puts nigotene back in your system and you have to get that much more out.
That's one of the reasons that prevented me from lighting up. It was so hard cleansing
My system after smoking for all those years.
It does feel wonderful.
Hugs to you Kae and anyone trying to quit.
I've heard that Anafranil works well.
Next Tuesday I have a 10 am appointment with my GP for a prescription for Chantix.
This coming from someone who has smoked for over 40 years and keeps track of his time on the computer by how many cigarettes are smoked. I have tried everything else, everything... so now I will try this.
My business partner and his wife started Chantix about three months ago, they both have smoked for a very long time also, but have quit. He tells me about nightmares, nausea, and an excessive amount of gas, these symptoms have now passed. He said that it is a program where the strength of the medication is increased after a while, a month or so.
So, wish me luck...
Stringer
Thank you Allheart for the support and encouragement.
Good job to you for being smoke free! Proud of you!
I still have nicotine in my system though since I'm using the patches;
However it's a lot less than what I would have been smoking.
I don't feel that cleansed, wonderful feeling yet, but I hope to soon:D Very soon:p
Simoneaugie, thanks for the info. I'll look it up.
Stringer!! I'm so excited for you! I truly hope this works for you
As it has worked for so many people! I'm just tickled:p
See stringer, it's never too late, it's never to late!!
I have heard so many good things about Chantix since I've started asking around and if you want to quit stringer, I know you can do it!
I wish you luck, luck and more luck! Proud of you for giving this a go!
I'll be right here going through it with you.
Thank you AK... I can use all the help I can get hon.
And all the cheer leading too... good to know that you are there... let's give it a try.
Stringer
Quote:
Originally Posted by Stringer
It cut me off in the middle of my cheer... :(
Anyway, I forgot... I actually stopped with the help of a lot of wonderful being on this site... AND... when I wanted a cigarette, I sucked on a Halls cough drop. Guess what, I still do. They are my new cigarettes. When I first stop smoking, I had about 10 of them. So don't be afraid to have several. Now don't cheat and get yummy cough drops!! Halls completely takes the urge away.
Now back to my Cheer: Now I am offering to be your guys cheerleader... but please be kind, I never said I was any good at it. Here you go...
Oh goodness, I don't know if this has anything to do with not smoking, but I have been snapping at everyone.
I just snapped at a poor girl trying to take my car payment over the phone.
Thank goodness I caught myself and apologized to her.
I feel so crappy and mean and hateful... what the heck?
Hello AK:
My non politically correct way to quit smoking was thus: Every time I wanted a cigarette, I'd smoke a joint instead. It worked.
Of course, I couldn't remember WHY I quit, but I did.
excon
Quote:
Originally Posted by AKaeTrue
Yup, nicotene levels are dropping. It's okay Kae. Get those Halls. I'm telling you it helps.
I took the patch off yesterday and decided to go cold turkey from there on out.
I figure, I'm mean and hateful gradually weaning myself off which takes a while,
I might as well just get it over with all at once so I can hopefully start feeling better.
Allheart, I have a big bag of Halls and I'm trying that.
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