May have to quit Chantix....still committed to quit smoking

This morning's dose of Chantix was the end of week five. I admit to smoking a few while on Chantix. Despite my slilps, I continued to take my Chantix and have been blown away by how helpful this drug has been for me. Due to allergic reactions, I am no longer able to take Chantix anymore. I am motivated to completely abstain from smoking and have a feeling that the toughest part of the fight to quit (without Chantix) is about to REALLY begin. My side effects that I am no longer able to handle are lack of sleep and severe itching (now covering every inch of my body) I still think Chantix is AWESOME and realize that I am one of few who has this itching side effect. Other side effects that I had seemed to dissipate or to become less frequent over time. The itching just continued to worsen. I hope that the itching will subside quickly now that I am no longer taking the Chantix. For now, Benedryl helps some. I am anxious to talk to my doctor in the morning. On a brighter note, I am proud of how far I have come and feel more committed to my quit.