Hey Gimm, I am going against the grain here but I am going to say you do what you need to do just dont smoke. I would have done exactly the same as you had I experienced those overwhelming craves, and any NRT is way better than a smoke. Try and devise your own way to cut them down. I think Lolly's idea is good, reducing the size gradually? Dont rush it though, do what you feel right doing for this moment.
My Mileage:
My Quit Date: 5/10/2008
Smoke-Free Days: 751
Cigarettes Not Smoked: 18,775
Amount Saved: $11,265.00
Life Gained:
Days: 91 Hrs: 16 Mins: 15 Seconds: 24