Champix

Champix is the latest smoking cessation drug available by prescription to help motivated adults to quit smoking. The active ingredient in Champix is varenicline that works by affecting the nicotine receptor in brain related to smoking addiction. Champix is manufactured by Pfizer and doubles the chances of successful smoking cessation. Champix does not contain nicotine and hence it a safe medicine and non-addictive in nature.

Buy Now Starter Pack (2 Weeks Supply) You may buy just the starter pack which consists of the first 2 weeks of the course to get started on your treatment. You should not exceed the 12 weeks. Price: £97.00

Buy Now 1mg x 28 Tablets (2 Weeks Continuation Pack) You can follow up the starter pack with a 2 weeks continuation pack to get your treatment moving. After the continuation pack you can opt for a monthly refill or a single two month refill to complete your treatment. You should not exceed the 12 weeks. Price: £97.00

Buy Now 1mg x 56 Tablets (1 Month Refill) Alternatively, you may purchase the starter pack with the continuation pack and then order the refills to make up the remaining 8 weeks at a later time. If you buy a month's refill, you will need a second refill to finish your treatment. You should not exceed the 12 weeks. Price: £142.00

Buy Now 1mg x 112 Tablets (2 Month Refill) Alternatively, you may purchase the starter pack with the continuation pack and then order the two month (8 weeks) refill to have your full course in hand to complete your 12 weeks at a later time. You should not exceed the 12 weeks. Price: £262.00 OR

Buy Now Full Course (2 Week Starter + 10 Weeks Refill Pack) Or you can buy the Full Course which consists of the starter pack plus 10 weeks of the 1mg tablets. You should not exceed the 12 weeks. Price: £372.00

How does Champix work?

Champix affects the nicotine receptor in dual ways: it acts like nicotine and attaches itself to the receptor to give the same type of pleasure and blocks nicotine from attaching to receptors as varenicline binds to the receptors more tightly.

How will Champix help me?

If you quit smoking with the help of Champix, it will help you by curbing nicotine cravings and reducing withdrawal symptoms. Champix also helps by reducing the pleasure associated with smoking.

What is the ideal dosage of Champix?

Champix comes in a weekly dose pack and there is a starter pack, which lasts for two weeks. The starter pack includes 0.5mg tablets and 1mg tablets, which are coloured white and light blue respectively for easy recognition.

The recommended standard dosage for Champix is as follows:

If you continue to take Champix for further abstinence, you can take two Champix tablets of 1.0mg from day 15th until the end of the treatment.

Always take Champix after eating and with a full glass of water and do not double doses if you miss one, just continue as normal. It is also possible that this standard dosage is not ideal for you and your doctor prescribes you different dosage schedule depending on your tolerance level. In any case, follow your doctor’s instructions.

What are the side effects of Champix?

Champix side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent depending on your body type. The most common side effect of Champix is nausea. Everyone who takes Champix does not necessarily experience side effects listed below, so do not get intimidated by them. You may or may not experience one or any of the side effects mentioned below:

• abdominal pain
• appetite changes
• exhaustion
• constipation
• dizziness
• dry mouth
• flatulence (passing gas)
• headache
• heartburn
• vomiting
• rash
• sleep disturbance (difficulty sleeping or abnormal dreams)
• gingivitis

If you experience any of the above side effects or other than these and they become specifically bothersome, inform your doctor immediately.

What are the contraindications for Champix?

There are certain people and situations for which Champix cannot be prescribed. They are as follows:

• If you are below 18 years of age
• If you are pregnant or lactating mother
• If you are allergic to varenicline any ingredient of Champix
• If you have kidney problems (You might need to alter the dosage)
• If you are taking medications for asthma, diabetes, vitamin or herbal tablets or blood thinners