Champix Tablet (Varenicline Tartrate)
Champix Tablet (Varenicline Tartrate) is a prescription medication used to help people quit smoking. The active ingredient, Varenicline, works by reducing the cravings and withdrawal symptoms associated with nicotine addiction. It also blocks the rewarding effects of smoking if a person does smoke while taking the medication. This tablet is taken orally, usually once or twice a day, and should be started one to two weeks before the targeted quit date. Prior to starting Champix, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional to determine if it is the right option for you.
How Varenicline works
Champix 1mg (Varenicline) Tablet is a smoking cessation aid. It works by mimicking the effect of nicotine by binding to the nicotine receptors in the brain. This reduces the urge to smoke, relieves withdrawal symptoms, and helps you quit smoking.
Common side effects of Varenicline
Nausea, Headache, Joint pain, Dizziness, Breathlessness, Rash, Sinus inflammation, Muscle pain, Sleepiness, Weight gain, Decreased appetite, Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), Taste change, Cough, Abnormal liver enzyme
EXPERT ADVICE FOR VARENICLINE
- Varenicline helps you to quit smoking by reducing the craving for a cigarette and the irritable feeling that occurs when you stop smoking.
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In addition, counselling should be done to increase the chances of a successful quit attempt.
- Quitting smoking can lower your chances of having lung disease, heart disease or getting certain types of cancer that are related to smoking.
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Varenicline can make you very sleepy. Don’t drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
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Stop taking Varenicline and inform your doctor if you notice sudden mood and behavior changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
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Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases, fits (seizures), or other mental disorders.