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Champix is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Smoking Addiction.
The optimal dosage of Champix is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Champix can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Champix normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Champix's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Champix related warnings talks about Champix's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Champix can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Champix in conditions like Suicidal Tendency, Depression, Bipolar Disorder. Some other conditions that can be affected by Champix are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Champix may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Champix, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Champix is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Champix safe for pregnant women?
Champix can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Champix right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Champix safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Champix. If you see any side effects, stop taking Champix immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Champix again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Champix on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Champix on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Champix on the Liver?
Champix does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Champix on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Champix on the heart have been reported.
Champix should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Champix unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Champix habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Champix is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Champix will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Champix only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Champix in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Champix
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Champix, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Champix
Consumption of alcohol and Champix together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Chantix® (varenicline)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1252-1253