As you get ready to quit, think of yourself as an athlete getting ready for the Olympics. Athletes do mental and physical exercises to prepare themselves for the big day. Those who are mentally and physically ready for the challenge are the ones who succeed. There's no quick fix, once you're addicted to nicotine. Nicotine replacement products may help you cope with withdrawal because they give your body the drug it is used to but at much lower levels.
Some people find nicotine replacement helpful.
As with any drug, all nicotine replacement products have some side effects. If you want more general information about nicotine replacement, ask a Smokers' Helpline counselor. The Helpline also has detailed fact sheets available for each of the following quitting aids. If you purchase any of these products, be sure to read the package insert very carefully. Do not use any of these products if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.