Smoking Addiction & Recovery Support Group
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...
Well it took until day 205 for my sleep pattern to return to normal, I stopped taking chantix on day 103 but I believe it was still disrupting my sleep until day 205. Dont get me wrong as far as I am concerned it was a small price to pay compared to continue smoking, but I just thought I would share what may happen to some of you. I would be going to bed at about 12.15 am and still be awake at 4 and 5 am before finally going to sleep. I did mention it to my doctor he suggested I lay on the edge of the bed he said you will soon drop off ha ha. Anyway as I said my sleep pattern has returned to normal, and the beauty of it is I am a non-smoker so good luck to everyone on their quest to become a non-smoker you can do it we can do it. Viv
It's got a little better lately but for at least the first month,my eyes were dropping to sleep before 9pm every night!!!
I think quitting smoking affects everyone's bodys but in lots of different ways.It's hard to deal with but well worth it in the long run xx
Well done on sticking it out, Viv.
Shevie
Quit May, 2005