Even though NicoDerm® CQ® with SmartControlTM will help relieve cravings associated with nicotine withdrawal, you should know that cravings don't end after you smoke your last cigarette—they can actually get worse! Weeks, even months, after your last puff the cravings remain because they are tied to your smoking habit. That's why it's important to follow the full course of therapy as described in the instructions for using NicoDerm CQ - and to be sure you're using it properly. More about using NicoDerm CQ.

	Most relapses occur in the first three months after quitting when triggers like stress occur unexpectedly.

The good news: things will eventually get easier. Right now, your best plan is to stay committed to quitting even when the going gets rough. Use these tools to help you better understand what you're up against. Once you know, you can be ready for any situation.

Managing your cravings
Physical nicotine withdrawal intensifies your cravings, especially when you first quit. The Cravings Pacifier Tool will help you overcome physical cravings.

Understanding your triggers
It's a common trap to downplay emotional and situational smoking triggers. The Trigger Detector Tool will help you avoid pitfalls by showing how your behavior creates
smoking urges.

See the anatomy of a smoker