I have to point out a few things..although I am not coming off of the meds, many of the symptoms you are describing are the complete opposite for me..
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I would say I am just sick, but on days where I missed a Chantix (I was not exactly the best at taking 2 a day at the end), I would have nasty dreams and feel nauseated. I knew physically and mentally when I had not taken them.
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The dreams and nausea are a side effect for me when I AM taking it..not when anything is missed. As for depression, every time I have tried to quit prior to this, I have felt a horrible depression & anxiety that chantix has prevented. If I have some after I have completely kicked the habit (day 16 for me today) I'll deal with it..but doggonit, I'll be dealing with it nicotine free!
You also mentioned irritabily when not taking it..again, I notice more irritability after taking my second dose.
I'm sorry you have had a bad experience coming off of this, but during my 2 month research at several forums, you are the first person who has mentioned this type of response.
I have a personal friend who quit & is now off chantix..he had ZERO side effects coming off, he has now been quit 5 months.
I have been smoking for 30 years..I watched my Mother choke to death from not being able to breathe at 66 yrs of age, and my father had a fatal coronary at 50. I don't have genetics on my side..I HAVE to get this monkey off my back & I see this medication as a savior!