Started Chantix now on day 5 - Smoking Cessation Message Board

davhamer · 08-13-2007, 09:38 AM

I had used the patches before and quit for three years. Like a dumb a** I started back. Now trying chantix. Seems to be working. I haven't reached my quit day yet, but I am "cutting down" on smokes until that day. It seems much easier with the pills. Sleeping seems to be a little of a problem however.

duttin · 08-13-2007, 02:23 PM

Dayhammer,

Welcome,

chantix does work,its only half the equation,the want to stop has to be there.

I found I got a bit tired with the chantix.I've taken it 47 days and have been smoke free 43 days.I only take half a pill in the morning and that has worked for me.

Just take one day at a time.

davhamer · 08-16-2007, 09:18 AM

I have reached quit day. I actually smoked my last cig yesterday at 5pm. I ran out and decided not to buy another pack. So far so good. The pills really take the edge off. I remember gut wrenching cravings the last time I tried to quit.

I have stopped nicotine for 18 hours, 17 minutes and 54 seconds (0 days).

I've not smoked 23 death sticks, and saved $3.95.
I've saved 1 hour and 54 minutes of my life.

velveeta · 08-16-2007, 10:37 AM

Good for you Davhamer! You are off to a good start so hang in there and visit us often for support and encouragement.

DannDees · 08-17-2007, 03:27 AM

dav, great newsthat you quit again. Glad it seems easier for you this time around. can I ask.? after 3 years of quit, just smoking 1 cig made you crave cigs all over again? I am at 15 days and 2 hours quit. Has been tough getting here but now seems like cake walk. That JUST ONE CIG WON'T HURT DEMON still comes in my head but from your story I see he's a liar..lol..congrats to you and let us be a part of your journey..keep us posted...