Champix and Nausea: What Users Say (Page 2)

• Mar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 28, 2020

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

• Bea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 5, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "I am on day 9 and suffering terrible nausea and a 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."

• Dan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 8, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "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 difficulty sleeping when I went to the two 0.5 mg 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 than I set, as I can't see me wanting to even light a cig up in a few days."

• Mr ...
• November 17, 2020

For Smoking Cessation "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."

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

For Smoking Cessation "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."

• Lou...
• July 26, 2009

For Smoking Cessation "I was not expecting Champix to work as efficiently, but I am surprised by how effective it is. I'm on my eighth week of taking Champix, and my fourth week of total quitting. I smoked as normal for the first two weeks, stopped smoking through the day, then got down to one or two smokes a day before quitting completely. It just seemed effortless. The side effects have been interesting. My dreams have been very vivid but not disturbing. The nausea has been easy to manage by eating something like yogurt before taking, and constipation remedies are easy to find. I would recommend it to anyone, and indeed do."

• Ian...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 22, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "Took Champix years ago. Had some nausea and mood changes but completed the 3-month course. It was amazing how well it controlled the cravings!! Remained a non-smoker for 9 months then stupidly thought I could have “just one.” Then I was hooked again. Have tried Champix again since, but the nausea, depression, and mood changes stopped me from completing the course. Thinking about giving it another go as nothing else works for me. I have diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease, so I have to do something. This time I’ll get antiemetics from my GP and I’m seeing a psychologist for PTSD who I’m hoping will help with the depression and mood changes. I know most of these side effects ease after a while and nothing comes close to Champix for smoking cessation."

• Dia...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 20, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "Fantastic product. Went from 30+ a day to 5 years smoke-free after trying for more than 20 years to quit. The only side effect was slight nausea, which only lasted a short time. I suffer from depression and anxiety, so was very cautious with Champix, but I found no adverse reactions regarding my mental health. The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I didn't need the whole 12-week course, but I put that down to its effectiveness. Would definitely recommend this."

• Smo...
• July 11, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "Fantastic tablets! First week, I was still smoking as normal, I didn't feel any different, so part of me thought the tablets weren't going to work. I set my quit date as day 10. Started day 8 on the higher dose, and that's when I really noticed a difference. Days 8 and 9, I stopped enjoying smoking, and I kept stubbing them out halfway, even when drinking, which is when I usually chain smoke. I'm now 7 days smoke-free, no cravings at all since day 9! I only take the morning tablet on the high dose because the evening one makes me feel extremely sick for some reason, but the morning one alone is working wonders. I don't even crave when sitting around smokers anymore! I can't believe this stuff works! Bit of nausea, no vivid dreams. Worth it!!!"

• Qan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 9, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "I have tried many times to quit and found it difficult, as patches, gum, and lozenges did not work. The side effects started on the first day. The nausea, abnormal dreams, and, to a lesser extent, inflammation of the nose were felt. By the time I was 2 weeks into treatment, the side effects were light or unfelt. With some effort, on the 15th day of Champix, I had stopped smoking. The first 2 weeks I smoked normally, slowly, you stop craving it and do not feel its effects when the dose is 2 mg a day. I am confident that I will not smoke again. In short, you have some willpower to stop smoking, start Champix, and put some effort into it. Always remember the benefits of stopping smoking. I feel much better already: less mucus in my lungs, more energy, better breathing, and the best part is the smell. I cannot urge you enough, please give it a try and remember full recovery takes 15 years after stopping smoking, so you might as well start as soon as possible!"

• Anonymous
• December 12, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "From someone who thought she would never be able to quit smoking. TAKE CHAMPIX!! After 3 weeks of Champix, not much felt different besides the side effects I had, like terrible nausea and vivid dreams. Thought it was a total waste of a good amount of money (it's not covered by insurance in my experience). 3 weeks and 2 days in, I did not need one cigarette at all, it was almost out of nowhere. 5 months in now, and I am still smoke-free. I only did the first month of the pill, the rest felt unnecessary. I feel so free. It is worth it!"

• Nhb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 30, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "I have only been taking Champix for just under 2 weeks, but it has made a huge difference in cravings. I have a history of depression, anxiety, sleepwalking, and nightmares, so this was a last resort for me, and I was quite nervous to try Champix. I was a 15-20 cigarettes a day smoker, and my mood levels would drop to dangerous levels every time I would try to quit. Since taking Champix, some days I only have 2-4 cigarettes a day, and my mood hasn't suffered yet. I have suffered from severe nausea after taking the medication a few times, as well as stomach cramps/constipation and headaches, but it has made quitting so easy that I'm going to continue taking Champix."

• Ste...
• April 15, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I'm writing this 8 years after I stopped smoking. Now I'm trying to help my partner quit. Taking the drug was the best thing I ever did. I did get the usual mild side effects, slight nausea, etc. But it was more than worth it. I HATE cigarettes now with a vengeance. One tip thing I can add that will really help others quitting is... On the day you decide to stop, read or listen to the Allen Carr Easyway to Stop Smoking book. It's on YouTube, or you can buy it. It really puts your head in a good place, debunking long-held beliefs about smoking. It made me completely determined never to touch a ciggy ever again! I never have."

• Van...
• June 28, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "After 40 years of smoking - the last 10 at 3 packs a day - I finally tried Champix. After patches, gum, spray, lozenges all didn't work, I experienced very strong withdrawal symptoms with all three. I got a Rx and began taking them. After about 3 - 4 days, I started to feel quite sick to my stomach. I read the info about side effects, and there it was: nausea is the first and most common side effect. My doc recommended an anti-nausea pill commonly called Gravol, and after taking both, the nausea disappeared. What's very important to know about Champix is that it removes the withdrawal symptoms. Completely! Try it, it sure worked for me, and I hope it works for you. Cheers and good luck!"

• PJa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 7, 2021

For Smoking Cessation "Started smoking at 19 and was a heavy smoker from that point until I was 54 years old when I decided to try Champix, as I had heard many success stories. Did not even have to take them for a month, and I had totally quit - taking a puff of a smoke would make me so nauseous. It was two years last week without a single cigarette - I'm so proud. I have not even had a single craving since I quit. My husband still smokes, and it doesn't bother me in the least. I'm done forever - this stuff REALLY WORKS - it's a miracle drug for me...."

• Bel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 1, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I've been reading a lot of these posts and thought maybe I could share my experience and what helped me. The stomach pain when I take the pills is really tough to deal with, but I found eating a banana really helps. Eat half the banana, take the pill, then finish the rest. It's the only thing that doesn't make me feel nauseous. As far as the bloating, I've felt so bloated for the past 2 weeks, so I went and spoke with the pharmacist on what to do, and he suggested Align Digestive Care. I took a pill about 4 hours ago, and already I feel better. Just thought I would try to help those out having the same symptoms I am. Good luck, everyone. It may seem tough to get through these little roadblocks, but I know we all have the strength to quit."

• Ory...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 14, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I started taking Champix after 20 years of 20 cigarettes a day, trying all sorts of things: chewing gums, patches, e-cigarettes, all failed. I took Champix in the morning, 20 minutes after breakfast. If I took it on an empty stomach, it gave me nausea. The second dose I took in the afternoon, never after 7 pm to avoid any nightmares. Apart from nightmares, if I took it too late, I did not have any side effects. I gave up on day 3-that was 3 months ago. I gave up the tablets 1 month ago. I was worried about having cravings, but that did not happen. I’m a 3-month non-smoker. I’m socializing with friends who smoke 20 a day like I used to, and the worst I have to deal with is a few seconds of cravings, but not too often. Champix is the best solution for me."

• Mol...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 20, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "This is my 3rd attempt to quit smoking using Champix. First 2 times got so nauseous I just gave up. Took with water and with food but still ill all day. Want to quit, so thought I'd give it another go. Was told by a person at the chemist how he had quit a 35-year habit and said to take tablets with a glass of milk. Am doing that and on day 6 and not one bit of nausea. Don't seem to have cut down yet but have noticed butting the smoke with still 1/3 off it left, so that's promising."

• Mfm...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 4, 2020

For Smoking Cessation "I am on day number 33, and I quit smoking 21 days ago. The first 2 weeks of the medicine will be a little bit hard due to the side effects, and after then it will be better regarding nausea, bad mood, and the crazy dreams. I hope not to go back to smoking after finishing the whole dose."

• che...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 29, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "I have been on Champix before and found that it was easy to quit while taking them, but found that 2 weeks or so after ceasing them, I started smoking again. I consulted my doctor about this, and he recommends that I take a second course, which is 6 months instead of the 3-month standard course, so here I am on DAY 8. I experienced nausea each time I had one smoke. DAY 9, I tried having a smoke in the morning and nausea again, so much that I haven't tried having another one yet today, and it's after 10 pm. I haven't struggled with that really, but have to say that I am feeling somewhat depressed. Also, I seem to get tired, but hopeful that I can stick to it and give up for good this time. P.S., I found it a must to take the tablet with a meal or a large snack, otherwise, the nausea was overwhelming."

• Kat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 20, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I desperately wanted to quit. I was on 20 a day. But the anxiety I felt at the thought of not having my four fags on the way into work and back filled me with fear. I started Champix three weeks ago. No major side effects, slight nausea, hilarious dreams, and the feeling that it was doing something, but I wasn’t sure what. After day three on the tablets, I tested myself. Had wine one evening without a fag....felt okay. Traveled to work with no smoking on the journey and felt okay. Cigarettes started to taste odd...but I continued until my quit day, which was day 8 for me. Not quite sure what the tablets do, but my fear, my crutch, the evil longing just subsided. I’ve not had a cigarette for 11 days now, and I’m down to two 0.5 tablets a day. Feeling fairly smashing. Cannot believe I’m doing it, to be honest. So going to continue keeping on going. Good luck, everyone giving it a go. Hope it works for you...as no one needs these in their lives!! X"

• Del...
• November 5, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "Started this medicine about 6 weeks ago. I stopped smoking on day 14. I just woke up that morning and thought, “No, I’m not smoking today,” and here I am 27 days later smoke-free. Cannot believe it, TBH. My sense of smell and taste is still amazing me. From the 3rd day off cigs, I could smell everything: people's perfume, their sweat, aromas, detergents, etc., it is mad. Usual side effects: nausea and feeling faint when taking meds. However, when taken on a full stomach, I’m fine. Definitely increased appetite. I’m usually slim, toned, gym fit. I’ve stopped the gym and eating lots of garbage. Going to sort that out this week. I'm not fond of meds, but they definitely work. I don’t think my mood is low, but friends say I’m a bit irritable. I notice words don’t come to me quickly, which is a side effect. Nothing major, though. Sooo happy I am not smoking. Saving a fortune and feel really clean. Be cautious if you have any mental illness. Oh, be prepared for the vivid, weird dreams."

• Che...
• March 5, 2021

For Smoking Cessation "I’ve just finished day 7 of Champix, and I haven’t smoked for four days. I smoked for 30 years, about a packet of 25s a day, costing about $40 a day, so I’ll be saving about $280 a week. The first 3 days, I had a little nausea, and I’m having vivid dreams, but they aren’t bad, I actually enjoy the dreams, lol. I’ve been missing the habit and ritual or routine of smoking, but not the smoking itself. I found a packet in my car yesterday with 7 cigarettes in it, so I scrunched them up and chucked them in the bin. I would recommend Champix to everyone. I couldn’t get past day 3 when I tried cold turkey, repetitively, so I’m feeling good now, only hours away from day 5. I have no desire to smoke and no cravings, strangely. Just occasionally missing the habit, but not enough to want one."

• sur...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 19, 2014

For Smoking Cessation "Besides a little nausea and jitters for the first week, everything went smooth for me. I have smoked heavily for 25 years, with no real intentions of quitting. My health had gone downhill the past couple of years, and after a friend was successful with Champix, I thought, 'Why not?' Within 2 weeks, I was smoke-free (surprisingly). A week later, I was off the pill! That easy! Thank you, Champix."

• Mad...
• May 17, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "20 a day for 26 years. Tried e-cigs, patches, gum, even Allen Carr. Champix felt like my last chance, and damn, it worked for me! Yes to nausea (even with food) and vivid dreams, but no mood swings or irrational behavior (so far), and I actually have a long history of depression and anxiety, so I was really expecting that. I quit smoking on day 13 of the meds. Partly 'cause you HAVE to make that choice and partly 'cause it was just horrid to smoke. I can't even stand the smell now. A few cravings, but easy to get over them. It's only day 18, but I do feel really confident this is it for me now. Champix might not be for everyone, but if you really have tried everything else, then why not?"