Handling Withdrawal Symptoms
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Handling Withdrawal Symptoms Handling Withdrawal Symptoms
Here is a list of the most common withdrawal symptoms. We have some suggestions for dealing with them, and there’s room to add your own ideas. Most people do not experience all of these, but it doesn’t hurt to be prepared.
Cough:
Drink plenty of liquids.
Use cough drops, hard candies.
Take cough syrup if coughing interferes with sleep.
Remind myself that this is my body getting back to normal.
My idea:
Headache:
Take over-the-counter headache medicine.
Practice relaxation methods.
Relax in a warm bath.
Take a nap.
My idea:
Constipation:
Eat fruits, vegetables, and other high fiber food.
Drink plenty of liquids, including hot beverages.
Increase my physical activity.
Use over-the-counter constipation treatments.
My idea:
Mild dizziness, lightheadedness:
Take my time standing up.
Breathe slowly.
Drink plenty of liquids.
Consult my doctor for severe dizziness.
My idea:
Insomnia, trouble sleeping:
Practice relaxation techniques while lying down.
Drink warm milk or an herbal, no-caffeine tea.
Take a hot shower or bath before going to bed.
Keep caffeine to a minimum.
My idea:
Tiredness, fatigue:
Increase my physical activity.
Take naps or short rests whenever possible.
Get to sleep a little earlier than usual.
Be patient until my energy level adjusts to life without nicotone.
My idea:
Feeling irritable, nervous:
Remind myself that this is probably a withdrawal symptom.
Keep caffeine to a minimum.
Use relaxation techniques and deep breathing.
Ask my friends and family to be tolerant of my mood.
My idea:
Feeling down, depressed, emotional:
Remind myself that this is probably a withdrawal symptom.
Talk to a friend.
Take time out to let the feelings flow.
If depression feels extreme or lasts for more than a few weeks, talk to my doctor.
My idea:
Having trouble concentrating, feeling "spacey:"
Remind myself that this is probably a withdrawal symptom.
Use relaxation techniques and deep breathing.
Make lists to keep myself organized.
Allow a little extra time to get things done.
My idea:
You might want to print out this plan to keep with you.
Hope this helps! And always remember this:
Keep the quit and post before you puff!
Shalom!
Here is a list of the most common withdrawal symptoms. We have some suggestions for dealing with them, and there’s room to add your own ideas. Most people do not experience all of these, but it doesn’t hurt to be prepared.
Cough:
Drink plenty of liquids.
Use cough drops, hard candies.
Take cough syrup if coughing interferes with sleep.
Remind myself that this is my body getting back to normal.
My idea:
Headache:
Take over-the-counter headache medicine.
Practice relaxation methods.
Relax in a warm bath.
Take a nap.
My idea:
Constipation:
Eat fruits, vegetables, and other high fiber food.
Drink plenty of liquids, including hot beverages.
Increase my physical activity.
Use over-the-counter constipation treatments.
My idea:
Mild dizziness, lightheadedness:
Take my time standing up.
Breathe slowly.
Drink plenty of liquids.
Consult my doctor for severe dizziness.
My idea:
Insomnia, trouble sleeping:
Practice relaxation techniques while lying down.
Drink warm milk or an herbal, no-caffeine tea.
Take a hot shower or bath before going to bed.
Keep caffeine to a minimum.
My idea:
Tiredness, fatigue:
Increase my physical activity.
Take naps or short rests whenever possible.
Get to sleep a little earlier than usual.
Be patient until my energy level adjusts to life without nicotone.
My idea:
Feeling irritable, nervous:
Remind myself that this is probably a withdrawal symptom.
Keep caffeine to a minimum.
Use relaxation techniques and deep breathing.
Ask my friends and family to be tolerant of my mood.
My idea:
Feeling down, depressed, emotional:
Remind myself that this is probably a withdrawal symptom.
Talk to a friend.
Take time out to let the feelings flow.
If depression feels extreme or lasts for more than a few weeks, talk to my doctor.
My idea:
Having trouble concentrating, feeling "spacey:"
Remind myself that this is probably a withdrawal symptom.
Use relaxation techniques and deep breathing.
Make lists to keep myself organized.
Allow a little extra time to get things done.
My idea:
You might want to print out this plan to keep with you.
Hope this helps! And always remember this:
Keep the quit and post before you puff!
Shalom!
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