Champix

Uses
Champix (Varenicline) is used to help patients who smoke to quit successfully.
Unlike other methods, this medicine doesn't actually contain nicotine still is effective in curbing the users need to smoke. It does this by affecting the brains signals and mimicking the affects of nicotine, 'tricking' the brain into believing nicotine is still being consumed.
It can also help towards reducing withdrawal symptoms such as sleeplessness, coughing, tight chest, dizziness, and decreased levels of concentration, as well as irritability.

Dosage and Administration
Use Champix under your doctor's orders only, do not change your prescription or share with others as dosage can vary between individuals according to weight, age and existing conditions.

As a loose guide, your doctor may advise you to dose twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening, for a period of 3 or more months, depending on your response to the medication.

For the best results, you should start dosing 2 to 4 weeks before physically quitting smoking. This allows the medicine to start working in your system before, so that when you abruptly stop smoking, your body will feel less of a change in chemicals.

Take with or without food, alongside lots of water. If you feel nauseous or suffer sleep problems from taking this drug you may find these symptoms lesson if you dose alongside food.

Side Effects
Nausea is typically the most commonly suffered side effect when using Champix (Varenicline), but otherwise it is well tolerated by most users.
Below are some uncommon side effects that have been reported. Always contact your doctor if you suffer any side effect listed below, or any other side effects not listed.

• Trouble sleeping, abnormal dreams
• Increase in gas
• Coughing
• Trouble breathing, tight chest,
• Headaches
• Mouth sores
• Constipation

Please note that some symptoms may be withdrawal symptoms and may not a result of the medication itself.
If you think you are suffering an allergic reaction seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of this may include skin rashes, hives, swelling, and difficulty breathing.

Precautions
Champix (Varenicline) can impair your judgement, make you dizzy, and reduce your ability to concentrate. Until you are fully aware of your side effects from using this drug you should not drive or use any heavy machinery.
Women that are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or nursing should not use this drug as it may pass on to the infant. This drug is recommended for use by adults that are of reasonable health. Discuss any existing conditions you have with your doctor to determine whether this drug is suitable for you to safely use.
Past conditions that are essential you disclose to your doctor include mental disorders, kidney conditions, and respiratory problems.