Have you been asking yourself what the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal are? If you have, you are in the right place. We have the answers your looking for.

What To Expect From The Symptoms Of Nicotine Withdrawal:

We know all about the major and the most common nicotine withdrawal symptoms. We know about them because we are a community of quitters who have all quit. An online community who help others quit nicotine in all its forms. We see these common symptoms of withdrawal in quitters over and over, so we know them well. We know that you can’t avoid them when you quit, but understanding them and being prepared can help you battle each and every one of these symptoms more effectively. This knowledge and understanding can be the difference between success and failure. And each one of these withdrawal symptoms is a huge battle, but the war is facing all of them at the same time.

An image of a guy with his head in a vice. What nicotine withdrawal symptoms feel like.

These nicotine withdrawal symptoms are intense. Understanding them is the key to success.

Nicotine Withdrawal Symptoms:

Cravings
Inability to Concentrate
Insomnia
Fatigue
Irritability
Anxiety
Constipation
Depression
Weight Gain

Cravings

One of the hardest symptoms of nicotine withdrawal to deal with are the cravings. Cravings are an intense desire to get some nicotine into your blood stream at almost any cost. They hit hard and frequent the first few weeks you quit. But over time become less intense and spaced further apart.

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Inability to Concentrate

Another common withdrawal symptom that quitters complain about is the inability to concentrate. We call this the fog. You feel like your in a daze, and you can’t focus on anything but getting a dip. Like the cravings, it becomes less frequent and intense over time. And will pass, we promise.

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Insomnia

A lot of quitters complain of the inability to sleep. If your problems in this area, talk to your doctor. Or take matters into your own hands and get some over the counter sleep aids. Stick with it, and even this nicotine withdrawal symptom passes in short time.

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Fatigue

Another withdrawal symptom that quitters complain about is fatigue. A persistent feeling of being tired and out of energy. Keep in mind that you have removed a stimulant that you have been using for years. It takes time for your mind and body to make this change.

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Irritability

Anger and irritability are another set of common symptoms. We call this the “rage”. Your family and friends don’t deserve to suffer for what you did to your body. So come rage at us, were used to it.

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Anxiety

Anxiety and a feeling of restlessness are another set of common symptoms associated with nicotine withdrawal. You may feel on edge, and like nothing is right with the universe. You might snap over over something you think is outrageous, when people around you think you have lost it. This is norman, and even this passes. All you have to do is keep pushing through.

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Constipation

Again, you have removed a stimulant from your daily routine. Your going to be backed up for a while. It takes time for your body to adjust. This does go back to normal, trust me. Just give this symptom some time.

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Depression

Some quitters complain of depression. And others compare quitting nicotine to loosing a friend or family member. Quitting is an emotional mess sometimes, and your body and mind are going through a lot of changes. These funks come and go. But this part of nicotine withdrawal does pass.

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Weight Gain

You can smell and taste again. Your heart rate has come down. Your trying to fill an empty hole left by nicotine. Weight gain is a very common nicotine withdrawal symptom. The weight comes off easier than the quit does, so stick with it. Once the withdrawal is gone, you can start working on your weight.

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TheQuit_org @QuitandStayQuit You have to understand YOUR triggers and how to avoid & deal with them, and be prepared with non-nicotine alternatives.
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