a multi - component compound for the simultaneous treatment of nicotine addiction and the side effects of nicotine withdrawal , such as excessive appetite . the first component is a bivalent negative sulfur compound in an amount effective to control nicotine craving or the withdrawal symptoms resulting from nicotine withdrawal . the bivalent negative sulfur is selected from a group that includes , but is not limited to , alkyl sulfides , colloidal sulfur , hydropersulfides , organic thio compounds or their salts . the second component is a serotonin precursor , such as tryptophan or its derivative 5 - htp , which is used to assist the body in producing more serotonin which in turn suppresses appetite . the appetite suppressant are combined with the bivalent negative sulfur compound to provide a single compound that reduces nicotine craving and simultaneously suppresses increased appetite resulting from nicotine withdrawal . the compound alters the perceived taste of tobacco smoke such that it is no longer enjoyable .