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for 19 år siden 0 1521 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
ArwensMom, Generally when using an NRT, it is most optimal to follow the instructions unless otherwise stated by your family physician. It is recommended that you make a visit with you doctor and he/she is able to point you in the right direction. Hope this helps, Melanie ________________________ The SSC Support Team
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Hi all... I used the patch for the 1st week and that was that...The things made me itch and I didn't like the way I was feeling...I took it off Friday nite and never put another one on...I smoked for almost 19 years and used the 21mg patch for a week...I expected some wicked cravings and a condensed version of hell week...Neither...Weird...I feel just fine and actually a little more coherent now that the nicotine is out of my system... Looks like there is a wide variety of experiences on this... Good luck no matter what you decide... Amy :) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/3/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 11 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 334 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $41.25 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 22 [B]Mins:[/B] 30 [B]Seconds:[/B] 29
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Well, now you know why I never went into accounting! Okay three months, so after 6 weeks or so, I should be able to step down for another six weeks. I still desperately want a cig as soon as I wake up so I know I'm thinking too early but just was wondering. I know a guy who has been in NRT for THREE YEARS which is way too long.
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The instructions say to use the NRT for a full 12 weeks, which is six months, a long time. I thought that after awhile I would step down from the 4mg to the 2mg. Is it really necessary to go the whole six months. I'm not ready after only a few days to give up the NRT, but I was hoping not to have to take it for six months. At what stage could I step down, or do I have to step down at all?
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hey ArwensMom...... I was on the patch (21mg) for about a month, and had just stepped down to the next level (14mg) when I went thru a few days where the damn things wouldn't stick (they don't like showers) So I had been "without" my nic patch for almost a whole day and figured "what the heck" and decided to stop using. Talk about a horror show for the next 3 days! Bottom line is, follow the instructions the best you can and step down at least to the 3rd level before you start thinking about coming off.....the person you knew who used them for 3 years is obviously not following the instructions.....I think at most you are using patches for about 4-5 months. If you do decide to come off while on the stronger patches (21 or 14 mg) be prepared for some wicked cravings. It would be easier when you are on the lowest dose, I believe, as they recommend...... Good luck - it's great to see you are still posting and hanging in there! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 12/19/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 53 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 808 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $357.75 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 4 [B]Hrs:[/B] 20 [B]Mins:[/B] 47 [B]Seconds:[/B] 40
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Hi Arwensmom. I think you have your numbers a little mixed up. 12 weeks is 3 mths. I am on the patch with my doc. recommendation. I will follow what he prescribed. I think that if you are going to use them on your own, you should definately follow the directions on the box. As to stepping down, maybe after you go the 3 mths,try without them for a few days,and then if you have to, use the next mg. [color=Red]redrosie[/color] [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/1/2006 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 40 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 974 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $332 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 3 [B]Hrs:[/B] 22 [B]Mins:[/B] 52 [B]Seconds:[/B] 20
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First off I too think you counted a little wrong, but given our state at this stage of a quit that is understandable ;p I had cut down so much with my smoking when I quit that I was able to start out at the 2 stage instead of 1, but I stuck with it for the whole 8 weeks (2 months) and I am glad I did. We didnt get this habit over night and it isn't going away over night, so stick it out and try to be patient, you are doing a great job of quitting!!! [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 4/21/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 295 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 5,914 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $2212.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 38 [B]Hrs:[/B] 16 [B]Mins:[/B] 4 [B]Seconds:[/B] 42
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Hi Arewensmom, You really had a tough time the other day (glad you're better) so be really careful in stopping too soon! When we first decide to quit smoking, most of us have some idea of how we want to do it and we have reasons as to why a particular method is chosen. It's my opinion that when we quit smoking, we put both our bodies and our emotions through stress that's beyond our control, especially in those early days. This stress is brought on by the actual physical withdrawals of not only nicotine but other chemicals as well. If we begin to question our method of quitting while we're in this state of stress... it only adds more stress to an already difficult situation...and that's stress we don't need. We need to do all we can to stay focused. Also, if you're following the instructions and feeling quite well in your quit, would that not indicate that the NRT is working? Some people can quit an NRT early...but some can't. One thing for certain, it's always a gamble to try and find out. We put hundreds of chemicals in our bodies by smoking...and most of us it did it for years. An NRT will only require you to use a low dose of one chemical over a period of a few short weeks....without inhaling or damaging your lungs further. As JohnW, a successful quitter here on the board, always said... "Get in the slow lane". Whether you use NRT or go cold turkey, we all end up in the same place. :) [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/2/2005 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 373 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 7,472 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1331.61 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 39 [B]Hrs:[/B] 13 [B]Mins:[/B] 25 [B]Seconds:[/B] 0

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12 weeks is the patch program that I used. It DOES help to take the edge off and let you develope coping skills as you are slowly weaned off nicotine. there is nothing wrong with using NRT. Since it's a weaning program, you need the 'time' to be eased off the drug. Don't shorten it if you expect it to work the best way. As to cost.....well it costs like heck to buy cigs too....but somehow we manage to justify that. I used the walmart Equate brand of patch and it actually cost me less a week than my addiction was costing. and even if it does cost more...it's only for 12 weeks....the smoking goes on for your lifetime....and I guarantee you it won't get cheaper! I started on the 21mg, then went to 14mg and lastly to 7mg. I am not familiar with a 4 and a 2mg patch? Of course I have been quit for quite a while, so maybe there is something new? bottom line....patches DO help you to wean off nicotine....but you should use them as directed. katy [B]My Milage:[/B] [B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/4/2002 [B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 1499 [B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 59,977 [B]Amount Saved:[/B] $8244.5 [B]Life Gained:[/B] [B]Days:[/B] 195 [B]Hrs:[/B] 13 [B]Mins:[/B] 53 [B]Seconds:[/B] 37

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