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The CDC claims that nicotine is a "very addictive drug" that can be "as addictive as heroin or cocaine." Nicotine is typically eliminated from the body within 2 to 3 days, however, physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms may last for much longer depending on the individual. If you are trying to kick the habit, this community is dedicated to giving smokers the...

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bfcavender 09/23/2009

hi all you sweet-smelling non-smokers, I was here a few weeks ago and made it to 10 days and then started back, no excuses, just pure stupidity. I have another prescription for Chantix, which I had good results with last year, but it's very expensive, even more than my smoking habit. My question is....I've read that Wellbutrin will have the same effect as Chantix, and I take an anti-depressant anyway, so has anyone ever taken Wellbutrin?

deleted_user 09/23/2009

I DID AND IT DIDNT WORK FOR ME JUST MADE ME TIRED AND SICK LOL. IM GLAD YOU ARE TRYING AGAIN WELCOME BACK

deleted_user 09/23/2009

I was wondering what became of you. I took Wellbutrin for depression and had great luck with it for quitting. No cravings whatsoever. I still had symptoms of withdrawal though. First day of my quit, I cried for no good reason and was a bit irritable, but I didn't have those horrible cravings.

deleted_user 09/23/2009

Welcome back!!!!

bfcavender 09/23/2009

thanks everyone, I haven't started my quit yet, but I plan on it next week, going to call my doctor today and try to get Wellbutrin. I've missed you all too.

littlemac 09/23/2009

Welcome back. I did good on Chantix. Tried Wellbutrin once, did not work for me.
Hope you find the one that works for you.
Hugs :)

NYyankeedeb 09/23/2009

hugs not me but I have known some who have and did fine...wouldnt hurt to try if it works...good luck .....hugs

debraccc 09/23/2009

Hiya
I took wellburtin on a previous quit and it certainly reduced my cravings but at the time it was very expensive (Im in new zealand) I understand that it is free here now. I dont think you can take wellburtin and your antidepressant, you would need to check with your Doc
Welsome back
Hugssssssss Deb

forerica 09/23/2009

Never tried Wellbutrin but I did try Chantix and it was bad for me- made me very depressed so I stopped.

Good job for not giving up and welcome back!!!!

deleted_user 09/24/2009

welcome back

deleted_user 09/24/2009

So glad to see you back , I have tried both and they both made me feel sick to my stomach, but everyone is different....hang in there..

grannie 09/24/2009

What ever it takes to quit, do it!

ValleyResident 09/24/2009

I have a friend who successfully quit on Wellbutrin and he didn't have any of the side effects that Chantix warns about.

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