How and When to use Varenicline? (Champix, Chantix) - Medical Doctor Explains
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- This is an informational overview video on Varenicline. Varenicline is available under several brandnames: Champix and Chantix. It is only available as a tablet.
When to use it?
Varenicline can be used to support stoping smoking, by decreasing your craving for a cigarette.
And for those of you watching, planning to quit smoking, I have already made a more general video on “How to quit smoking”, that provides you with all the necessary tips and tricks! You can find it here: • Watch This Before You ...
How to use it?
Swallow it tablet whole, with a glass of water. Do not chew on it or crush it.
And always take it at fixed times: preferably in the morning and in the evening. This lowers your chances on forgetting a dose.
What is the correct dosage?
Starting dose: 0,5 mg 1x/day for 3 days:
Increase the dose to 0.5 mg 2×/day for 4 days:
Increase the dose to the maintenance dose, which is 1 mg 2 ×/day.
If you forget to take a dose, than skip it, and take the next tablet when you usually do so.
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What are the side-effects?
Very common (10% or more):
Nausea (29%), common cold, abnormal dreams, insomnia and headache.
Common (1-10%):
Bronchitis, dry mouth, upset stomach, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, decreased appetite, weight gain, drowsiness, tiredness, dizziness, arthralgia, muscle pain, back pain, toothache.
Driving while using Varenicline:
Avoid driving your car the first days you start using varenicline. This is because you might experience some side effects like dizziness and fatigue, which do not exactly make driving very safe. The same is true every time your dose is increased.
Now after 1 week most people are used to the effects, and than it is safe again to drive.
Pregnancy and Lactation:
Avoid varenicline, it is harmful for your baby.
- Disclaimer: this video is meant purely informational! This is not medical advice! If you are looking for medical advice always contact your own doctor. -
Literature:
1: Farmacotherapeutisch Kompas. (2019). Varenicline.
2: Apotheek.nl. (2019). Varenicline.
3. Drugs.com (2019). Varenicline.
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I finally quit after almost 50 years of smoking. I tried many methods, hypnotism, the patch and finally Chantix. I would say it was way easier than I thought. A key for me is DO NOT buy any cigarettes thinking you can have one a day and be Ok. You will revert back to being a pack a day smoker in no time.
How you doing now, i was thinking of getting chantix
@@jacklawer6389 Still not smoking. In December it will be 3 years. I had no side effects at all and I took it for a month. Good luck to you.
@@nunyabidnis5407 thanks alot for reply, question how does it make you stop smoking I'm kind of a bad addict when it comes to smoking ..
@@nunyabidnis5407 did you continue to smoke while using chantix?
@@jacklawer6389 Yes, when I got the Chantix I picked a day to stop. I think it was 5 days later. And that was it. The doctor explained to me how it works, something about it blocking some receptors or something, not sure.
I read about this medicine an year ago but didn't try as it was informed that side effect includes suicidal thoughts. Thankyou for the video and guidance. It really helped and gave me the confidence to try the medicine. Fortunately, it helped me to quit smoking without any major side effect
Thank you for being so encouraging to those who need to quit smoking.
Hey Janice! Yea, it is important! Quitting smoking saves lifes 👍
I had been smoking 20 cigarettes a day from many years and was unable to quit smoking due to the urge. Varenicline helped to stop the urge for smoking and I didn't experience any major side effect except a little sleepy for an hour after taking medicine. I m very happy and feel blessed as it helped me to come out of the smoking trap. I had already tried the nicotine patches and chewing gums but they didn't stop my smoking urge.
This is what i need
Yeah, same.
Worked like a dream before.
Should have never picked it back up.
Patches didnt help.
@@tomekiawilson2727 DO IT!! 💪👊 What do you have to lose?? Best of luck!
I been using nicotine gum for 3 weeks. Doesn’t work for me and I’m still smoking.
Going to see doctor tomorrow about this new chantix.
Kind of scare lol read a bought this can give you depression and sleepy, and even worse suicidal.
I am a medical doctor in the US (New Jersey) and I think your videos are great!
Hi Jennifer,
That is great to hear! I am happy to see you comment.
Your both drug dealers and should be ashamed
Champix worked for me. 3+ years now without touching a cigarette. And literally never think about it. Did have some side effects, but well worth it long-term.
That is great Jamie! Keep it up.
Same here..I’ve been taking Chantix for 2 weeks and 1 week without a cigarette and I’m fine! I’m so happy and proud of myself so far..my motivation is my kids❤️
i bought champix and completely stopped smoking after the tenth day. zero craving, or negative effects of nicotine cessation. i built a massive appetite though. this shit is no placebo, and it works fellas. quit that shit.
It was the only thing that helped me. Could not do it without it. 👍
It worked for you? What was it like using it while quitting? I heard they can give you very vivid dreams. Did you experience any side effects.
@@asiantone7153 yes it works. Helps you really fight cravings and not think about smoking at all. I've had to take it twice because I relapsed 2 years later and it helped me again. The first time I had terrible nightmares. Second time I had bad nausea but it was so worth it in the end!
@Sky L congratulations on quitting and thanks for sharing
I started taking Champix 7 weeks ago. Since 5 weeks I don’t smoke (after 30 years heavily smoking, I made it!). I tried everything before, but nothing worked. With Champix I still have cravings but because I don’t get the kick out the cigarette, it was easy to stop. I had strange dreams in the beginning but not anymore. No other side effect though. Maybe what is important, I tried to get rid of situations that would trigger a relapse. Today people can smoke next to me and I don’t care.
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24 years old here… been smoking for 10 years. I’ve noticed how much it’s impacted my health. I get sick very easily and had pneumonia twice in a month and not long after had strep throat TWICE! I keep getting sick so I’m finally starting the treatment to help me quit. I hope this works 🤞🏼
Hi 👋 how are you now ?
😭
Quit now before you're 38 and dealing with onset of health issues. I started at 14 and now finally bc of all kinds of health problems, trying the medicine
Thank you for the review! Very helpful ❤️
Thank you so much for this! I've been a smoker 28 years. I learned so much from your video! My PCP and Pharmacist had different things to say and I still had questions. I'm confident I can do it this time and hope to never start again!
Update: Still quit!
@@rachellehinkle1205 👏🏼👏🏼
@@rachellehinkle1205 you're awesome!! 💪
@@themysticmuse Thank you!💕
@Rachelle Hinkle just started mine today. I hope I won't have side effects.. but no matter what... anything is better than smoking. ❤
Was actually a decent and informative vidio! Good job!
Hi Eric,
Glad it helped and thanks for commenting!
I am on my 2nd day of Champix and I already don't feel any pleasure from smoking a cigarette and in this 2 days I have already smoked less than usually. Now I understand that the biggest issue will be on how to lose the habit of smoking. I am taking it after the meal, no nausea. But yeah, crazy dreams started with the first pill.
I am really surprised to see that this makes you stop enjoying the nicotine and that it starts working so fast.
Hi JZM,
Sounds like you are well on your way with quiting! Keep it up.
Mathew Jenkins wrong
That's been my experience with it too, I'm almost finished my starter pack now and haven't had a smoke in 12 days. I was smoking 25-30 cigarettes a day, before starting Varenicline. My biggest issue was worrying about the full quit date, but when it came it was a lot easier to full stop then I was expecting. Don't get me wrong tho I'm still struggling with cravings countless times a day, but every day gets a little easier. Also not having cigarettes around on and after the quit date makes things easier.
I've just randomly youtubed "how to quit smoking" and this video showed up.
I have smoked SO MUCH this year mainly due to stress from work (caregiving) and I want to change. I want to quit. But naturally.. cant do medications ♡
Hi Heey Beech,
Quiting is very hard. If you want some general tips/tricks you could check out my other video: "Watch this before you quit smoking."
Discipline is what you need
who watched this while ripping their vape?
I’m smoke a cig
@@aquariuswagewar7658 😂😂😂
@@aquariuswagewar7658 ♒️♒️♒️🎉🎉🎉Feb. 11th!!! 💜💜💜💜
No but I’m watching it for my parents 😂. They can’t be fkd
I can't believe this comment doesn't have more likes
I'm here ready to quit smoking. I knew I had to quit, but finding out I had high cholesterol at 21 years old definitely kicked my ass into gear
Hi Nicole,
Good luck! You can do it!
Thank you doctor
I would really love for you to also push harder for changing the behaviour and not just smoke less cigarettes. In my experience that's when champix works the best. Most preferably with the help of a smoking cessation expert. Just trying to cut down makes people think more about when they can smoke the next cigarette.
20 + years of smoking well got my champix 2morro is my start date looking for the wed 2nd to stop i really hope this works
Thank you 🙏
Thanks!
Never been more depressed using this drug, especially the thoughts before sleeping, but i like that I haven’t smoked in two weeks , also the wet dreams are awesome
I smoked for 24 years and quit with Chantix in 8 days. The only side effects I had were having to take it with food or got a tummy ache and some vivid dreams. It’s an amazing drug. Never thought I’d be able to quit smoking.
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Thank You, cant afford a doc right now. this came in handy! will keep you updated, starting from 7/6/2023. so following fellow smokers can track of my experiance. 15+ years smoker 15+ cigarettes a day. have tried and failed with "cold turkey" & "Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking" failling the most successful methods. like if you think it will help others too.
@@appandey1374 i cant afford for an doctor right now. so i did a lot of research and case study. and dosage's and side effects. though side effects depends on individual. it was working great for me. but i stopped because the aggreseion & diarrhea, stomache ache. side effect i was getting out of this medication made me think am on land in huge problem. if your alone. you got your aggresion on control. go for it its worth it.
sorry i discontinued this medication due to aggresion side effects.not good for a family person. i'll take my time off alone and restart it. but the medication is magic. i came down to 7 ciggrette in 2 weeks time.
I quit again on Chantex!! It's been 2 weeks since I had a cig. But almost a month since I quit before that 1 cig. I do have a question will I cause your blood pressure to drop? My BP is normally 120/80 now it's been 108/70 and been tired alot. Also I'm finally dreaming. That's definitely a welcoming side effect! I have sleep apnea so the constant wake up during sleep I don't go into deep sleep long enough to dream. While on Chantex both times I do.
*I'm going on Champix for the 3rd time. I hope that's the charm. smokes are $50 a pack in Australia and it's sending me broke. I took my first half of a pill this morning. the pills are from march. I started for 2 days than had to get surgery and then 3 days later my mother ended up in hospital so I kind of fell off the wagon and the pills go out of date in June so I want to use them*
50 year smoker, I quit by using chantix, then when I stopped chantix I developed extreme panic attacks. I went on klonopin for the next 10 years, eventually started smoking again. They need to develop a replacement after chantix
The patch!
thank you for the video, i started a few days ago and still have cravings but no pleasurable effects from smoking anymore so hopefully will stop completely soon, cheers
Hi Edward,
I wish you good luck and I hope you manage to quit!
Does it work twice? I used it before and it worked in like a week. I let the stress of covid hit me and gradually started back. Now I have a new script and I'm on day 10 and I'm still smoking
great vid! can i use it if i use (snus) its like dip but little diffrence, its 14mg nicotine i take, and hard too quit, tried like 20 times lol
Champix worked for me. Always eat loads when you take it or you'll get horrible nausea. I used champix to cheat that horrible 3 day withdrawel, then I tapered off the dose over a week. Doctors advise taking the whole course for 12 weeks but I'm under the thinking that those "nicotine receptors" in your brain are used for other things too. Therefore, I'd rather keep hold of them. We don't understand the brain and most drugs are a sledge hammer trying to thread a needle, hence all of the side effects. Champix is a miracle treatment in the sense that it works, but taking the full course, that's gotta do some damage so only do it if you tried tapering off and failed. Even one failure is worth another attempt, you need will power for this too.
Agree. Less is more.
Today is my second day taking Chantix with the combination of a Nicotine Trans-dermal Patch. Both recommended by my primary doctor. I haven't smoked a cig since. I feel good but i also feel like i need to keep my hands busy while driving. What do you recommend i do? Thank you
Pocket billiards?
Chips I’m eating a lot of chips constantly and yeah it’s not healthy but hey it’s helpt
I kept apples lined up..
today is 28 jun 2021 i have just smoked 30 minutes ago..today wont smoke again...been smoking for 6 years no stop...im gonna challenge my self through this without any drug and lets see..wish me luck please
Good luck! You can do it.
Anyone else mentally breakdown taking these...I've had to stop taking them due to the mental health issues but I'm 26 days smoke free. Really hope I manage to stay smoke free
On 14th day. It's about to go down after this weekend. It's making the cigars taste like sheet.
I'm smoking a lot less without even trying.
Under so much stress.
Live with a psycho.
(Yes, trying to leave.)
Gonna start the gum, also, when I finally give em up.
Made me a bit nauseous week 2 and 3.
Better since eating with each dose.
The increase in dreams is kinda kewl.
Rather enjoyable.
This has gotta be my last quit. 51. Health problems.
I'm tired of trying to quit, quitting, mainly!! 🤣😭
I remember i quit smoking 2 times bec of champix but gonna say if u wanna quit smoking u need quit alcohol too. so i started to smoke again bec of drinking alcohol.....
is this a replacement for champix
Your video is amazing it has clearfied many dark sides about this mid, can you please give me an advice for my case
I rely on nicotine on every aspect of my life even when my health is below "bad", i think nicotine makes depression easier to be there, and my reaction is to smoke till depression is gone. A Loop from hell
So ive started taking antidepressant medication for 3 months (Paroxetine) 4 years ago, and it actually didnt help that much. I was sleepy and not there at all, it gave me a falsy good feelings, so i have stopped it
the people who have been on antidepressants and took champix, can you please give me a feedback or some tips.
So I started taking it a few weeks ago today is one of the most stressful days of my entire life... and that's actually really saying something... and I haven't had a cigarette today for the first day in 10 years.
Definitely extremely beneficial but I am really trying to understand how much this drug is changing my brain chemistry and if I go off this drug will my anxiety come back full force. In other words how much does this drug actually address the anxiety that I've been self medicating with cigarettes?
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Cigarette addiction is a constant anxiety. Maybe you should wran off with cq patch.
I’m using 21mg patches right now but I’m already about to start my 4th and last week before I lower to 14mg however I haven’t quit yet I wish it was just a little bit stronger
I’m wondering if I should give this a try
Try varenicline, it is much more effective. No cravings and less withdrawal.
Can I take this drug with Lexapro SSRI?
How much is champix retail for?
How much water is a half glass, glasses come in all sizes.
Given that, a small glass might be half the size of a glass twice it's size.
So how much water and does it really matter.
I would think a mouth full of water would be plenty.
hi.i am a smoker and I want to quit i smoked 20 or more cigarette per day but take RIVOTRIL can I take this chanprix
Hi Zeead,
Good question. I would advice you to ask your treating phycisian this question, as they can give you a personal answer.
Hi a question. I am currently taking Champix. I was actually able to quit cold turkey from the first day. Currently in the second week. I was wondering if the body starts craving nicotine after the treatment. Thank you 🙏🏻
Hi Mary,
Good that you are quiting! The body immediately starts craving nicotine and that is where Champix comes in. It helps to lower the craving gently.
@@howtomedicate Yeah but it's a partial agonist, so there still must be some withdrawal to varenicline? Like you don't go on buprenorphine and just come off it without any withdrawal, even if it's minimal compared to diamorphine.
Starting today. Help me the Almighty
I took it 6 hour ago .. Already noticing the drop in the urge to smoke
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I am not sure if it works but I felt it reduced the pleasure of smoking considerably for a few years after taking the same. It costed 12000 Rs or around 120$ in India a decade ago. It had to be imported. I think Pfizer made the same.
Pfizer India imports it from Germany. Costs 1700 for 14 days.
Thank you, if I’m on Dupixent, can I take this drug?
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I get very nervous when I stop smoking. Does the medication make you less nerveous? Thx
no you just have less cravings but as I commented above this was my experience and I may have took it to long. I had bad reaction to Chantix after 4 weeks of using it. Every time I used any nicotine it felt like my throat was closing up almost like the numbing spray for soar throat makes it hard to swallow. Never did fully close up but, even 5 months later after stopping using it randomly if I smoked or used a vape the sensation would come back. Lasted about anywhere from 2 to 8 hours. And they had a class action law suit against them over it having cancer causing agents in it. So just be carful. suicidal thoughts, attempts and unfortunately for ever sleep have happened as well.
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Oh, shit. No one told me not to drive the first few days
Ok wait....how do you wean off Chantix? Lets say you're taking it for 8 weeks or the full 12. You feel great, the urge to smoke has stopped. ( You are also changing your habits and routines associated with smoking during this time.)
But do you just stop taking the medication, cold tutkey? Or is there a wean off procedure or time frame to a smaller dose? You are building up the dosage to start to get to maintenance dosage twice a day and then you just decide to stop taking the medication one morning, like ok thats enough?
I quit using this method, once I got off chanting I developed extreme panic attack, 24hrs a day, had to go on clonopin for 10 years, eventually went back to smoking again.
Hello all ,
Can you take this medicine, after you quit smoking ( let's say after 10 days of your last cig ),to cope with withdrawal ?
I realize that you asked this question a year ago but yes I think it would help with withdrawal
@@talon9924 ok thank you
Started taking it today and already feel like quitting! How long should I keep smoking whilst taking it or can I quite right away?
How is it now? Have you quit yet? I just started mine today!
@@cjewelz0389 hi well I initially cut down a little but then started smoking just as much as I did before. There is no way I could quite now but I'm on day 8 and I've been reading that you have to give it 10 to 14 days and then quit so I will see how it goes. Bit worried about when I stop taking the champix if nicotine withdrawal will come back, you got any info on that?
Have you started to cut back down again? I found this on Google about the withdrawals "Second, Chantix has the unique ability to stop nicotine from attaching to those nicotine receptors if you do smoke while using it." which makes nothing but sense. This is why most people throw the Chantix away after two weeks because they don't have the cravings or any withdrawals. You can do it!!! Just be positive 💜
@@cjewelz0389 thanks so much and thanks for looking it up. I've not cut down again, cravings are still there. But I have faith in the program and I've set my quit date as the 14tg day, if I feel up for it maybe before.
How is it going for you? This is like my fourth attempt to quit but first with champix
@@fuddsaethfed9147 no problem! And just keep taking it and following the program it really does work, I promise. This is my 2nd round with chantix....I quit before after on it for only a week but I messed up by stopping the Chantix too early and I started back smoking. But it was AMAZING that first week because I didn't have any cravings or even thoughts about smoking..I had my life back...but I stopped too soon ESPECIALLY it being around my birthday because I was drinking so that didn't help at all. This time I'm staying dedicated so I can be done for good. We got this! 🤝🏽
Do you know what ever became of the trials for nicotine vaccination namely nabi-4515?
Hello,is varenicline the same as champix?im starting varenicline 10.5
Mg. The doctor didn't talk with me about the rx, lord i don't think i can handle no more nausea, insomnia,ext .i have gallbladder,liver most lung problems, but iv got to quit, livi g with older son that smokes ,pray i have will power get out from under dondage, what a messy nasty, expensive killer, bless all
I'm not trying to gain any more weight than I already weigh! I want to continue to my yoga that I've been doing for a month now and walking for cardio!!🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽 help me God? Never really did like smoking!.. More of a stress management thing!
Hi Sandy,
It sounds like you are taking the right steps! Keep it up.
FDA warned of risks of smoking cessation drug CHANTIX/CHAMPIX (2021)
I took for one day, i was talking to a demon at the foot of my bed for two hours later that night. Don't let this scare you. if it works for you then great. 50% have what they call vivid dreams, I had a nightmare , it seemed real.
I would rather to keep smoking than having insomnia 😂😂😂
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Hi Doc,
I have a question, does this Medication works on Cigarettes only or other addictions too?
Like chewing tobacco or something like that?
Hey Officer MIZ, good question. Varenicline is used to treat a nicotine addition. Therefore it mainly prescribed to help people quit smoking. However, as tobacco also contains nicotine, I guess it will also work for chewing tobacco.
However, to make sure I would advice you to contact your doctor to ask for personal advice.
I hope this was helpful!
@@howtomedicate Thanks Doctor, The video was very helpful.
Thank you, great to hear it was helpful 👍
@@howtomedicate it works on other nicotine products as well. I work with tobacco cessation in sweden and got lots of experience from people using champix to quit snus (smokeless tobacco).
@@lilletjuck2185 thank you for replying after a year, searching for this so long.... God bless you and wish me luck.. sorry, eng is not my first language
Most of the side effects are mostly withdrawal from nicotine not the actual drug.
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*I don't think it's true you can be on other medications and be on champix. especially if you are on certain types of antidepressants*
yea well now they freaking took it off the market forever so i have to use wellbutrin UGH
Yea I tried to get it I think the tobak wo companies have something to do with it
this mispelled it so they would not see this very paranoid of smoking prehaps
Hydrogen lipid saline channel blocker
Who watched this video after taking day 1 Chantix pill while having a big fat dip of Cope in? Gonna miss you my %100 American tobacco that has been around since 1822. :(
I don’t trust this guys face.