Symptoms of Withdrawal
If you have been a regular smoker or vaper and suddenly stop, you may have withdrawal symptoms due to the lack of nicotine in your body. Some things you may experience:
- Problems sleeping
- Increased appetite
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Irritability
- Nervousness
- Depressed mood
- Restlessness
- Anger, hostility, aggression
- Thinking and attention problems
Thing to Keep in Mind
- Withdrawal symptoms are usually the worst 2-3 days after your last tobacco use
- Symptoms are both mental and physical
- Nicotine replacements can help
- Call your doctor if you have questions or concerns
Tobacco Relapse
It can take several attempts to quit tobacco. If you have tried and failed:
- Don’t be afraid to try again
- Don’t beat yourself up
- Use the experience to gain knowledge about what worked and what didn’t
- Your loved ones will support your effort, just as much as your success
- Most importantly, keep trying