Maria,
I used the NRT (the patch) and here I am smoke free and loving it!!!
You do need to be careful if you are using both the gum and patches? I have heard of doctors prescribing a combination of the two....but in the UK I'm not sure that is recommended.
NRT is great if used correctly. But it's an aid ~ not a magic pill.
Whatever method you choose....there will still be "symptoms" and the effects of withdrawal.....there's no geting around that. Those symptoms may not be severe (for some), but, you will experience some symptoms nonetheless.
You are withdrawing from a life killing addiction. There will be times when it is not easy ..... but push through the rough times, because I promise you will experience a freedom like you could never imagine :)
Another thing to remember is that it is common for time to become distorted in the first few days. One hour feels like 1 week!!! But this does pass... I promise :)
Don't expect too much too soon. Just take each day in small chunks. Get through 5 minutes, and the another 5 and then another 5!
It will come together...just be patient and stay close to the site :)
Be strong and keep smiling :) :)
Rachel
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