Champix for Smoking Cessation User Reviews (Page 3)

• Shellz
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 14, 2019

"I have been using Champix for 18 days. I quick smoking on day 14 and am very proud that I haven’t had any urges to smoke. Further more, the smell of it repulses me. I have had no side affects and think this is due to taking the tablets half way through breakfast and half way through dinner. I make sure the last tablet is taken at least 3 hours before bed; so have had no crazy dreams (as directed by my dr). I know it’s only been 4 days; but I’m not pulling my hair out as I have before (not literally lol).. would definitely recommend as I have been smoking since 12 and I’m now 35.."

• Spiky...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 30, 2019

"Stopped smoking on day 8 as instructed and haven’t smoked since. When first starting the treatment I noticed vivid dreams; aggression and feelings of panic. These became more controllable as I progressed the treatment. The day I stopped taking champix cold turkey I felt extremely agitated, panicked and awful. That was today! I know I’ll never buy cigarettes again which is amazing. I couldn’t even last 4 hours without buying cigarettes before. I think people taking it should be offered advice and support in dealing with the side affects as they are powerful and really can put you in tricky situations. But I think I’m through that now and have gone from smoking up to 40 a day to nothing. Hopefully the withdrawal symptoms from champix itself don’t last too long..."

• Stogy
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 12, 2017

"I marked down 2 weeks to quit day on my calendar and then smoked as usual. I decided that when I smoked, I would not talk on the phone, read, drink coffee, etc. JUST SMOKE! After 1 week the drugs kicked in and I began smoking less and less. Went from 20/day to 3/day by the end of week 2. Once I Quit, there would be no association thus making the transition to non smoker much easier. Hope this idea helps others. Good Luck everyone!! UPDATE: Day 9 smoke free. It's been a bit too easy. I keep thinking that I should want a smoke but I really don't. Impressive!"

• Reg
• August 26, 2019

"Guys I was on this forum a few days back when I was desperate for answers. I loved reading everyones varied stories about champix & their experiences. I will try make this short as possible . I quit smoking 30 cigs a day 5/6 years ago but felt comfortable to stay on the nicotine gum 2mg as a substitute. Thing is i was going through 500 + a month. Ok so I'm now taking Champix to get off the nicotine gum. Trust me the first few days I felt anxious as anything and was chewing on the nicotine gum like a cow chewing the cud. I went through them even more quickly in a week than usual. Vivid dreams & nausea on & off. By day 7 my stomach was bloated like a balloon. Day 8 I was now on 1mg in morn & 1mg in eve feeling ok. Day 9 sweet lord the tiredness I felt so flat. I went to doc for review he said it will pass & it did. I've now finished day 13 & feeling almost back to myself every now and then I chew regular sugar free gum because that in it self was another habit."

• Omniron
• September 27, 2016

"I have been a smoker for 35 years of 20-30 cigarettes a day. Never seriously tried to quit until my doctor warned me that cessation is an absolute must. I didn't believe I'd be able to do it since the cravings were tremendous, and were over-riding all rational thought. I Started taking Champix. Within two weeks I noticed that cigarettes weren't as pleasurable as before, and started to ask myself it was actually worth the effort to go out and buy another pack - I realized then that the drug has effectively eradicated all PHYSICAL dependence, and that allowed me to focus on the behavioral aspects of my addiction. I have not smoked a cigarette since 3 months ago. Still have occasional cravings, but quite weak and gone after a few seconds,"

• Buddy
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 6, 2020

"So I started taking champix in early March smoking a minimum of 12-15 cigarettes per day. Almost immediately it started to reduce the amount I smoked . Within a couple of weeks I was down to 4-6 cigarettes a day few weeks later I was down to 2-3 a day and could not stand to smoke the whole thing. By week 6 I didn’t rally need it anymore I had no cravings. Only side effect was nausea which went away completely after no longer ingesting nicotine"

• Polem...
• June 10, 2015

"I highly recommend this drug " I was a smoker for 24 years . When I think about it ,I am disgusted with myself .well men and women I am No longer a smoker thanks to this incredible drug . On my week 2 had slight nausea ,headache . Week 3 ,incredible ,did not feel like smoking .its like that this drug erased the memorie in my brain that ever smoked . Week 4 ,well ,the thought of cigarettes make me quizy. I forgot what it was like to feel the way I feel today . Healthier ."

• Mare
• May 9, 2021

"30 years of smoking 20-30 a day. My personal experience of strange “side effects” appeared to be as follows:- Only taking on a very full stomach , nausea. A strange body odour like French Onion Soup. Labyrinthitus towards the end of my course. But most bizarrely my usual extreme social anxiety and fear of telephoning and speaking to people completely changed, I felt euphoric and completely in control for the first time in my life, I booked a week in another country for myself and some family members , accommodation train and ferry tickets the lot! Phoned around Dublin to find a specific Doctors surgery to get help for a family member who lives there, None of these things would ever have been possible before or have been since . I have only heard bad reviews of this and just thought I would give my account as this has been a complete success for me, it is May 2021 and I haven't had any tobacco products since the 21st of January 2017."

• Sunfl...
• July 12, 2019

"It works, it really works....but I have felt absolutely horrific, but probably not as horrific as I would if I continued smoking..... As a scientist, I knew the side effects could be bad given that the medicine involves chemical neurotransmitters which some people like myself; admittedly a sensitive soul, don't like very much. But it is worth it to me. It works, I woke up one morning and just didn't want to smoke anymore, the joy was removed. I felt great and empowered until the medicine built up in my system, then I began to feel dizzy, nauseous, would vomit if I took it on an empty stomach and completely exhausted. But then the side effects of nicotine withdrawal in itself left me feeling a bit down in the dumps. I had another health issue simultaneously which made me feel a bit downer in the dumps and Champix on top of that - I was a bit of a zombie. I don't advise buying from an online doctor as this medicine really needs close monitoring, it is very strong."

• Dee
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 19, 2019

"Quit day was yesterday .. day 16 on champix. Side effects of nausea and vivid dreams have been a struggle but weighed up with how I have sailed the last 2 days It’s worth it. With willpower mixed and support of physician I recommend champix if you truly want to stop . Early days but 35 years of 20 a day I knew my addiction had to be helped."

• Lettuce
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 16, 2014

"I took Champix for the first time approx 4 yrs ago and had absolutely no side effects that I can remember, despite people telling me that when they tried it they could not cope with the nausea, so they couldn't continue with it. I was smoke free for just over 3 yrs. I thought it a miracle esp as I had been smoking 25/30 a day for 44 yrs, ever increasing in amount since age 16(5/10 a day). However, I started smoking again, slowly at first thinking "Well one or two with alcohol and friends won't hurt". Sure enough I was hooked again. Now having taken it for 2nd time, 12 days into Champix, I am tired,have dreadful indigestion constantly, tog with flatulence, headaches, and shaky. Actually threw up yesterday. Will persevere cos I know it works."

• Kammy
• January 29, 2014

"I wouldn't be lying if I said I quit over 500 times over my 17 year period of smoking. I tried absolutely everything that's available but my addiction was so strong that my mind kept on playing games with me. I lost confidence with myself and my habit affected other areas of my life. It's my 8th day of of using Champix and I don't even want to see a cigarette let alone smoking it! I just feel normal that I'm not smoking. Whereas in the past, my brain would be battling with itself and generating excuses to have one more cigarette."

• Son...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 5, 2015

"I used Champix to quit smoking, and could not be happier with the results. I am one of the lucky ones and only had minimal side effects, namely an upset stomach and occasional dizziness (that may also have been nicotine withdrawal). I started the program and on day 14 actually quit. I did not complete the program but stopped after 1 month as that was sufficient in my case. I have not smoked for 6 years now and would recommend this medicine to anyone who wants to quit. Even though the medicine is effective the most important factor is your own desire to quit, as without that you will start again."

• Feeling...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 3, 2019

"I was smoking 20+ a day was just smoking them because it was a habit and a bad one at that . Then I decided to go on a e cig . Yes I just changed from one habit to another one . But after being dependent on my E cig I decided it was time to stop using it . I started the champix and I can say after day 15 I am free from all habits and it feels so good to be back in control of my self instead of being controlled by cigarette. I am still using the champix but they do give me vivid dreams but that will pass, and if I wasn't using the champix then the smoking wouldn't go away. So on a plus side I would sooner have the dreams for a while. I am so pleased in my self that I can go on a flight and no have to worry about when my next nicotine fix will be were. Now I don't have to use nicotine nor want to any more ."

• SNARF
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 7, 2020

"Smoked a pack cigarettes a day for 20 years. At the end of week 4 on Champix. Still have a slight craving for cigarettes, but can deal with it. Side effects included slight nausea soon after taking the pill in the morning accompanied with a light headache occasionally, but not at night. Struggled to sleep in the beginning, but now I sleep well now (maybe to well). It is definitely worth a try and worked so for where everything else I have tried failed."

• S L
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 4, 2020

"I haven't had a cigarette in 43 days and I was still a pack a day smoker right up to my quit date. Just make sure you pick a day to stop and stick to it. The side effects I've had are 15 minutes of nausea after taking and the vivid dreams but I've personally had no noticeable personality changes."

• Marie
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 28, 2020

"I started taking Champix 2 week's ago. I'm 62 been smoking since I was 13 years old the last 10 years try everything from the patches, nicotine gum, vaping nothing works. After 7 day's with Champix I stopped because I became nauseated with the cigarette. I can say its been 7 days without nicotine in my body. I'm so proud and with Champix make it's a lot easier. Side effect a bit upset stomach maybe for 15 minutes after I take Champix after a meal and I dream fore but so far that it's. I'm a happy girl not to be smoking any more."

• Flakbee
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 29, 2013

"I stopped smoking 6.5 years ago. I was a very heavy smoker - sometimes 40 a day. I started Champix and after around 6 days lost the urge to smoke and stopped. I haven't had a single cigarette since and can't stand the smell or thought of it now. I had tried everything to help stop (many times) before Champix. Only side-effect I had was a metallic taste if I forgot to take it with food - for me it was a miracle. "

• Beau
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 5, 2019

"I am on day 9 and suffering terrible nausea and severe headache that will not go away. Having to lie down and sleep due to tiredness and the headache. Not sure if I can continue with Champix. When will these side effects stop? I can't function daily."

• Krissie
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 7, 2020

"After numerous unsuccessful attempts to give up smoking over 35+ years I have finally managed to stop smoking and also not want to start again! Champix worked for me, no side effects while taking it but I did get a weird reaction when I stopped taking it. Almost like an allergic reaction, not weight gain just puffy and up two sizes. Hoping this goes away soon, of course it could be changes to metabolism due to not smoking, maybe. Still glad I did this!"

• Dani
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 8, 2019

"I read all these comments before I started taking Champix. I was a little nervous about the side effects. I'm on day 6 and really only side effects are a little nauseous but only slightly, I dream loads so not sure that has changed but remembering all my dreams and seem to dream all night, no bad dreams at all, a little difficultly sleeping when I went to the two 0.5mg tablets but I can cope with that, I smoke about 4 cigs a day now and that's forcing myself I don't want them, my mouth tastes horrid after and it's like smoking a twig!!! Get nothing from it at all, I think my quit date will be sooner then I set as I can't see me wanting to even light a cig up in a few days"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 17, 2012

"I found it totally amazing. I want everyone who smokes, no matter how long they've smoked, to take this medicine if able. I smoked for over 35 yrs and have tried different quitting methods but this took absolutely no effort, side effects minimal and manageable. And best of all I had no withdrawal symptoms no real cravings just need to keep my hands busy. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You."

• Bang
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 31, 2020

"I have been on Champix for 8 weeks now. I have not stopped smoking, but I have reduced my nicotine use from 20 cigarettes a day to 10 with no cravings or withdrawal symptoms. I have endogenous depression so doctors did not want to prescribe it to me. I feel much less depressed on Champix, I feel happy. Not 'high' happy, but much better than I do on some anti depressants. I probably won't stop smoking, but I will ask to continue using Champix for another 3 month period, because its the best holiday I've had from depression my entire life."

• Mr Br...
• November 17, 2020

"I was initially a bit nervous taking Champix, as I suffer from depression, and having read up on it, I became aware that it could possibly re trigger depressive symptoms (so far, it hasn't done). Having smoked for 36 years, I thought it was about time I kicked the habit once and for all. I haven't been a heavy smoker for quite some time, (around 5 a day), but just couldn't kick it, mainly due to social triggers. It's day 10 now and I haven't had one for 3 days. The cravings have completely stopped, and the thought of having one is quite repelling. Side effect wise, I am getting a tiny bit of nausea, my glands are a little bit swollen, I feel a little bit under the weather. It's all manageable though, and nothing to really complain about. I thoroughly recommend it as this has been the only thing that has worked for me."

• J Mid...
• January 8, 2019

"I had tried to quit smoking several times and always failed . Patches didn't work nor did gum. The worst part was around day three and Champix got me through day three pretty well and I was able to continue on to the end of the two week starter pack. I am now 5 months smoke free and enjoying all the benefits that come with that. I found that after two weeks of Champix I was willing to continue without taking any more. This might not work for everyone but it was fine for me. I would recommend the product to any smoker . I didn't experience any of the after effects at all. I have since gained a bit of weight as the metabolic rate is now lower but the main thing is that Champix helped me to stop without turning the cessation into a major drama. I now enjoy daily sport which is new and can have fun losing the weight I gained ."