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After 3 days, I began to feel a little woozy. Cigarettes no longer tasted good. The 4th and 5th days I was able to prepare myself for a quit date by reducing from 15 cigs a day down to 4. Missed a couple of doses and moved my quit date back a few days. Had a bad craving on the day b4 my quit date and bought a pack. Normally a pack a day smoker, I finally finished the pack 4 days later and now hav...

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This drug is poison! It is not safe and many people will not notice side effects until it is too late to stop the damage. Causes diabetes, heart problems and a whole lot more, READ the side effects and look up the medical terms before you ingest this poison. If you want an idea of what it is made from look up cytisine. There are better ways to stop smoking then using poison like this drug and it i...

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Beware | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
2/27/2024
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 2.3
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Please look at the side effects before taking this drug, they are very scary and very real. I began taking this drug around a month ago, and 2 to 3 weeks in had a full mental break and had no idea what was wrong with me. I'm still trying to come back from this, and it's been the most terrifying experience of my life. My symptoms have been anxiety through the roof, mixed with an extreme depression, being unable to stop crying, my heart racing, not sleeping, skin crawling, and thoughts of suicide, which turned into a plan. I'm so lucky that my doctor was able to figure out what was going on, because I didn't know if I was going to make it, and would've never thought this was a result of Chantix. Trying to come back from this has been almost equally as difficult. Please be careful. If you notice any of these side effects, stop taking it immediately and see your doctor, as the feelings your having don't just disappear after you stop taking it. But the best advice I can give is just not to take it. I'd rather smoke until I die then try to end my life because I want to quit smoking.Read More Read Less

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Mor120 | 25-34 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
2/16/2024
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 4.7
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This medication somewhat worked for me as an anti-vaping aid. I started the dosage and experienced mild side effects that were actually quite similar to the withdrawals I had felt when trying cold turkey-mainly sleep disruption and feeling flat. The only negative side effects that were new to me were it being extremely difficult to wake up in the morning, and additionally some pressure in my head that occasionally caused headaches. It was interesting that i could feel the medication almost inhibit me from even enjoying the vape. When I tried I got no pleasure. After that I experienced the longest period of smoking cessation since i had started. About a month. I felt amazing. Here and there i will use nicotine again (every couple weeks), but this medication helped me break the chain on feeling like it was necessary, and dramatically decreased my vaping. I also had no issues with weight gain as this medication helped me avoid strong appetite after quitting. I also only did the first 30 days due to the pressure in my head kind of bugging me, but you can take it for up to 11 weeks. Read More Read Less

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Andy M. | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
2/10/2024
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 5.0
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This is only my 2nd day , but was a pack and 1/2 daily smoker for 45 years. I could have never lasted more than a few hours - never 2 days before- I am quite impressed with the drug and myself - the occasional urge is fleeting . I had a few weird dreams , but nothing that would make me stop the prescription for sure. I am amazed quite frankly that I don't want to tear someone's head off !

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Jocruz41 | 55-64 | Male | Patient
12/3/2023
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 5.0
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I used this drug for the first time like 10 years ago and I stopped smoking, and stayed for 6 years smoke-free. One day I was with friends and they were smoking and drinking and I decided to smoke one cigarette, I thought that wouldn’t hurt me at all… wrong!!! Worst mistake!!!! I started to smoke again after 6 years. So I went back on this drugs. And I have been 7 years while smoking. I learned my lesson very well. So I avoid anything that could put me in any risk. Therefore, I stop drinking as well. I didn’t felt any side affects on neither of the two time I took the drug. Read More Read Less

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Love | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
8/11/2023
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 3.7
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I just started Chantix this week. 8/7/23.. I thought that it was okay at first with minimum side effects except for the dreams. However today I realized that maybe it's not the best med for me as it is causing suicidal ideation and irritability.I don't like this at all. I don't know if I should stop taking it or keep taking it hoping that it get better.

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Dina | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/22/2023
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 3.3
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This is my 5 day and I'm still smoking like one cig 3 times , what I've noticed is it's not so much that I smoke them but I feel better knowing I have them , is that a smoking thing or a mental thing. onward and upward Dina~

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Wilber | 45-54 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/13/2023
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 5.0
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Varenicline worked great so far for me. I'm two weeks into taking a pill twice a day, stopped smoking one week. Feel little tired, crazy dreams when I'm able to sleep from other problems I have. The one thing after 40 years of smoking i'm smelling all sorts of things at strange times. lol Not 100% it is the pill or just my nose smelling things I've not smelled in years. Anyway I would recommend using this if you've tried & can not stop smoking. Wilber

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I tried. | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
3/13/2023
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 3.0
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I quit taking Varenicline after just 1 1/2 weeks after I started. The drowsiness was COMPLETELY debilitating for me!!! I mean, I was falling asleep at my desk, kind of looking like an addict "nodding off" at times. (No disrespect intended) It helped with cravings, but the chronic fatigue (not just drowsiness) was intolerable. I will attempt to quit cold-turkey or use patches instead.

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LaF | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
3/5/2023
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 5.0
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The reason for 5 stars is that on first go around, stayed smoke free for 13 years. Went out with friends and Jose Cuervo showed up. Been smoking again for 3 years and starting Chantix (generic) again. First time only needed for 8 days. Fingers crossed.

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Quitting | 19-24 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/7/2022
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 4.0
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I didn't quit on day 7 like I was supposed to, I quit on day 16, I believe. I've been smoking for 11 years, over a pack a day, and was able to go from that to nothing without looking back. The side effects aren't bad because I already struggle with depression, and I rarely hit the dream state of sleep, anyway. I'm a little more angry than normal, but I'll manage that no problem. My biggest issue is that I literally almost broke my thumb nail trying to use the starter pack. It's so hard to get out of the packaging! Read More Read Less

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Zac | 25-34 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/10/2022
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 3.3
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Don’t drink alcohol with this medication at al. I was a heavy drinker and the doctor didn’t tell me that it can seriously mess with your mental health if you do! Apart from that it’s an excellent tool to quit smoking.

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NO MORE | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month |
8/14/2022
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 2.3
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WELL THIS MED HELP ME FOR A WHILE BUT I STARTED TO GET PAIN ALL OVER MY BODY I WAS JUST ABOUT TO QUIT BUT THE PAIN WAS SO BAD I QUIT USING THIS PILL !!! AND NOW THE PAIN AS QUIT .

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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
2/21/2022
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 3.7
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40 year smoker with COPD. Have been on this for 3 days and already down to 7 cigs from 10 a day. I am ready to quit for health reasons and will hopefully have success with this drug.

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Champix. | 35-44 | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/11/2016
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 5.0
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Only thing that works is amazing gave up for 3 years started again unfortunately so back to square one. Side effects are worth the risk and different for everyone as no one feels the same.

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Anonymous | 55-64 | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
2/19/2016
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 1.0
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I almost quit my job as my ability to concentrate was severely limited. The feeling was very similar to the combination of benzodiazepine and opioid simultaneously. Luckily I forgot to take it long enough so as to be able to realize that it was the taking of these pills that caused the problem.

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I am the Walrus | 25-34 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
8/15/2015
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 2.0
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Although Chantix DID eliminate the urge to smoke, the psychological side effects made this drug a nightmare. The suicidal thoughts and drowsiness made it impossible to drive. And I do want to mention that I NEVER had suicidal thoughts before taking drug. I would rather smoke!

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Norm | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/16/2014
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 5.0
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It has been 7years of not one smoke after 35 years of smoking it has saved my live and saved me $ a lot of loot.

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DaveG | 55-64 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
8/6/2013
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 5.0
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After 8 or 9 days I my desire to smoke faded away and I have been smoke free for a week. No side effects other than some vivid dreams which are actually quite pleasant. I recommend Chantix to anyone who wants to quit smoking. It will only work if you are motivated to stop.

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K | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/1/2013
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 1.0
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My night vision was severely affected. My kidneys started to be affected after not smoking for three months, and when I stopped taking Chantix, my emotional state became very affected with depression and high levels of anxiety. I had to start smoking again in order to get back to being normal. I do not recommend this medication, I think it is very, very dangerous. It has been 5 years that I took this treatment and my eyesight was affected in a permanent way. My kidneys have regained strength and my emotions have returned to be normal, it did take time and I did return to being a smoker. Read More Read Less

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Bri_gabe | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
1/11/2013
Condition: Stop Smoking
Overall rating 5.0
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This is only day 3 for me but this is also my second attempt at using Chantix. I now know you must take it the entire 3 months in order for it to work properly. So far I have experienced headaches, nausea, vivid dreams, dizziness, fatigue and sleeplessness. This may sound like a lot to deal with but it's better than the alternative. However in just 3 days time my desire to smoke has diminished significantly and I am starting to cough as one does when they stop smoking. I know this drug works and this time I'm in it for the long haul!Read More Read Less

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