Chantix User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Cl0v3r
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 20, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "today is day 7 of using chantix. I'm a 33 year old disabled army vet. I have bi-polar, depression, PTSD, borderline personality disorder and I have been smoking for 20 years. I have tried everything to quit smoking, patches made me want to smoke more, the gum made my stomach feel like it was on fire and cold turkey made me homicidal. On day one I was smoking a pack a day. by day 4 I was smoking 1/2 a pack now I smoke about 3 cigarettes a day, but only a 1/2 a cigarette at a time. I have no nausea, no sleep issues, and no other side effects that I have noticed. I just seem to be be craving cigarettes less and less. I'm really hoping that within a few more days wont smoke at all."

• Anonymous
• April 24, 2008

For Smoking Cessation "I am 27 years old and have been smoking for 11 years. I've always been a chain smoker and smoke between 1.5 and 2 packs a day. My doctor gave me a prescription for Chantix and since I have two very young kids, I thought I would give it a chance, but didn't really expect to quit. I have been 10 days smoke-free, and I must say it has almost been easy. It was strange at first, but it's really no big deal, which has been suprising. I have no feeling of "crawling out of my skin." It's been a miracle drug."

• Red
• June 22, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "Took chantix for two months but didn't need it the second month but my doctor said he would feel better if I did after the first week I put the cigarette down and never pick them back up. Never had any side affect and it will be ten years in September. So glad my doctor prescribe it."

• Ron
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 27, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "I have been clean from cigarettes for over 12 years now thanks to chantix. I was smoking three packs a day I have tried every way to try to quit all I know is I took it for 7 days and on the 8th day I woke up and did not light up I felt like I have never smoked a cigarette in my life. Thank you again for the development of this powerful medicine you all be blessed."

• ihoule
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 18, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "I am a 49 year old female, I have smoked for over 33 year's and believe it or not I really enjoyed smoking and didn't or wouldn't quit. My PCP has been on me for years to quit I had a lot of breathing issues and always sick with chest congestion, wheezing, coughing I having a hard time breathing but I was still smoking. I went on a trip with my daughter and when we got to the hotel I opened my suit case and the smell of smoke was so awful I told her when we get home I'm done. I took Chantix for 2 months and it's been 9 months. Smoke free. I had no side effects at all."

• ddfer...
• January 19, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "These reviews are total shams. The successful quit rates for people using Chantix, the patch and nicorette gum combined is lower than quitting cold turkey. Notice how every review follows the same formula? 1) State that you smoked heavily for decades 2) Claim that Chantix made you forget that you ever enjoyed smoking... it was EASY! 3) Neglect to mention all the side effects- including an alarmingly high rate of suicidal thoughts The only proven method is cold turkey. Wanna drag out your physical cravings for months? Go on the patch, get less nicotine than your body wants, be in mild withdrawal constantly, and have ZERO to show for all that discomfort 2 months later. Cold turkey? 72 hours and the rest is all psychological."

• Janet
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 2, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "I feel like a normal person!!! I started Chantix where you continue to smoke while using. Around the 3rd week I went from smoking a pack a day for the past 10 years to a pack lasting for 3 days. The desire to smoke gradually went away. Whenever I would smoke I just didn’t get that same satisfaction of needing to smoke, I would smoke just because it was a part of my routine for so long that I had to train myself to mentally stop. Literally the desire to smoke after a meal, a cup of coffee or having a alcoholic beverage went away. I feel like a normal person now❣️❣️❣️"

• Nia
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 18, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I smoked for 32 years and truly had no desire to quit but then a health issue came up and it forced my hand. I was terrified of quitting because I actually enjoyed smoking and it was the only time I walked away from work. A friend mentioned Chantix so I thought I would give it a try. Everything I read said to pick a "quit" date but I was not ready for that yet. I started taking Chantix on April 26, 2017. I did have some very vibrant dreams but really no other side effects. On May 20th I was finally able to pick my quit date and it was on May 27th, memorial day weekend. I found myself waiting to crave a cigarette and it never came. There were times I wanted to go outside to smoke only because of the "habit" factor. I just redirected my time and then before I knew it a month had went by. It has now been 1 year and almost 3 months since I quit smoking. In a lot of ways the medical condition that made me quit smoking........saved me..."

• KT SR
• January 9, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "I am 72 yrs old. Smoking for over 50 yrs. Tried the patches,to get burn marks on my arms, and itch me like crazy. I am a cancer surviver of 20 yrs. My Dr. put me on Chantix, two pills a day and after one mo. while still smoking, I woke up one morning and said that's it, no more smoking. That was 7 mo. ago, with no side affects at all. Thank God for Chantix."

• Curt
• December 23, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "Day one: it made smoking feel like inhaling hot air. Nothing more. No rush. No nothing. Perfect. I felt a little nauseated with the medication. If I got a craving for nicotine (rather rare) I would chew a piece of nicotine gum. This medication was very effective for me."

• Moe
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 14, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "I had a crazy dreams, I ended up getting depressed it made me sick at times. I felt like I was crazy for about 3 months. I had to go on it a second time I have been smoking for 20 years since I was 13 years old an din the past nothing has made me quit not even one day, not even getting pregnant with my children. I would recommend Chantix to anyone that is serious about quitting I've never been prouder of myself in my whole life I have now quit for 24 weeks I don't plan on ever smoking again thank you Chantix."

• dshutt
• August 29, 2014

For Smoking Cessation "Took Chantix for one month and quit smoking after smoking for 32 years. Had no side effects. stopped smoking on 3rd week an stopped taking Chantix after 4th week. Been smoke free for 3 months. My insurance didn't pay for Chantix but it was worth every penny."

• Jae
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 13, 2022

For Smoking Cessation "Before I started Chantix, I had heard of potential negative side effects, mainly depression & mental health issues. After being less than satisfied with all other methods, my options were 1) shorten my life & my health by continued smoking or, 2) bite the bullet & try Chantix. I prayed hard for help from God. I was determined, I felt I should lookup only the only the positive reviews and success stories. Positive mind set & attitude is very important in my experience. Each morning I would have something to eat, then take my pill with water. I also found if you get a little upset stomach soda does help. I was smoking up to a pack a day, easily. I could have smoked more. I started the starter pack, now I am in the middle and of my second week. My favorite time to smoke is first thing in the morning & after dinner. I went out to smoke this morning, one puff & I was over it. I have no urges. I have lost 4 lbs too. I feel great! Happy. Calm. Ready to take it on. I pray this a your experience."

• WRSJR
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 29, 2014

For Smoking Cessation "After 47 years of smoking, I quit, with the aid of Chantix, on December 1st, 2013. It is now seven months that I have been smoke free and I honestly do not miss it. In the past, I tried pills, gum, e-cigarettes, patches, hypnotism....all without success. I am truly amazed by this product and thankful that it was recommended to me."

• Anonymous
• August 2, 2009

For Smoking Cessation "I began using Chantix last September, not really believing all the claims. I smoked for over 40 years and actually still enjoyed smoking. I actually couldn't believe the results. I have been completely smokefree since October 1, 2008! The stomach discomfort was minor and I actually experienced very nice dreams while using this product. This is a truly awesome smoking cessation product!"

• MOMof...
• March 25, 2014

For Smoking Cessation "I have smoked for over 20 years. I took Chantix and smoked for the first 3 weeks. I did however notice after the 7th day that cigarettes were not as enjoyable. I stopped on the 3rd week because I was bored with smoking. I am now just 6 days smoke free but feel amazing! I smell good, I can breathe better and have saved enough to buy some nice perfume which I can still smell on me at the end of the day. My smokers cough is even going away. I am having the strange dreams but that is the only side effect. Chantix makes it so easy. I am going to continue to take it a few more weeks to be sure this monkey is off my back and I plan to stay smoke free forever. Thank you Chantix- Update- 3/25/14 - 2 weeks smoke free and the urge is gone!"

• Clint...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 31, 2013

For Smoking Cessation "I started Chantix two years ago on June 5th with an expected quit day of June 12th. I didn't even make it a week, on the fifth day, I looked down at the cigarette with disgust and threw it away and gave my pack away. The easiest part was taking the pill, I knew if I took it, I was one day closer to being smoke free! I went back for my second month, and she told me it was $192. I told her I already paid that at the beginning, she said it was only for the first month. I ended up not getting the second month and remained smoke free for over a year! I smoked one cigarette at a party and the next day I had a pack in my pocket. My greatest advice, is to realize that once you make it, you can NEVER try it again! One cig= relapse!"

• Michael...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 11, 2023

For Smoking Cessation "While Chantix did help me quit smoking, I regret ever taking it. The stroke it caused almost killed me, and Pfizer's vague warning about "new or worse blood vessel problems" is just a way to cover up the fact that it can cause blood clots leading to strokes and heart attacks. Unfortunately, my friend also died from a pulmonary embolism caused by Chantix. Scott Gottlieb, the former head of the FDA, should be held accountable for not banning this dangerous medication due to his ties to the pharmaceutical industry. Pfizer, as usual, refuses to take responsibility for the harm caused by its medicine and misleading warnings."

• Andy...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 19, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "I am new to this, but want to share. I am 50, smoked heavily almost 40 years. have tried to quit many times, but never could go more than a couple days. I took Chantix exactly as prescribed set my quit date (8 days), now I am smoke free for 10 days with no negative side affects. But, I will say, I don't drink or have other forms of addiction. Chantix makes me feel like I never smoked before, on a scale of 1 to 10, I give it a 20! I recommend it to anyone who wants to quit!"

• Bunnie
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 5, 2020

For Smoking Cessation "Life-changing medicine! Works so fast and well. The thought never comes up to smoke, but have something to do in place of smoking. I do it because I’m bored, so now I just apply to new jobs and stuff."

• amysp...
• May 20, 2013

For Smoking Cessation "I am a 53 year old woman who started smoking when I was 9, by 13 I was up to 2 packs a day, I smoked 2 packs a day for 40 yrs. Every woman in my family died from emphysema. My mother was 59, my Aunt 69, my Grandmother ?. I have been wanting to quit for over 20 yrs. I've tried hypnosis, smoking camps, Smoker's Anonymous, pills, patches, anything. Nothing worked. A friend told me she had gotten Chantix and it gave her weird dreams so she stopped taking it. I said I like weird dreams, can I have what's left over. (I know this is not the right the way to get it) she gave it to me, with instructions. On the 6th day I woke up (you can smoke for the 1st 7 days) and didn't even think about a cigarette, NO CRAVING WHATSOEVER!"

• aaron...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 29, 2014

For Smoking Cessation "I really am that guy who has a VERY strong addictive personality. I try something... BOOM... I am addicted. I was a 2-3 pack a day smoker and honestly thought i would never quit after 18 years of smoking. Then I decided to drop take Chantix and BAM! I was smoke free after one week. I am now 6 months free from the chains of those little cancer sticks."

• Grjnnf
• December 14, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I have smoked since I was 12, quit from the age of 15-16 and started smoking again. I am currently 37. In the summer on a nice day sitting outside I could blow through 4 packs, winter 3 packs. I literally could suck down an entire cig in 3 minutes. I know two packs a day is considered a heavy smoker, 4 is death. I couldn't stop. Today is day 11 of Chantix and I am down to 1 cig a day. The medicine literally doesn't allow you to find any enjoyment in smoking. It tastes different, feels different and you do not get the blood stream satisfaction like you once did. People, if this medication can make me not enjoy a cig trust me when I say it's a miricle drug. I intend on writing the makers a thank you e-mail."

• Omaha...
• July 7, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "After smoking for 22 years, I started my sixth week today and I couldn't be happier that I started Chantix. I have not had any side effects whatsoever while taking this medicine. I have been told that I seem happier and goofier (in a good way). Starting Chantix has actually helped with not drinking alcohol during social events, happy hour, dinner, etc. The smoking and drinking definitely went hand-in-hand. With that said, Chantix has helped in more ways than one! In the long run, I will have more money in my pocket, too! I have more energy, no cravings for smoking, more active, I don't miss out on a lot of conversations due to stepping out to smoke, smell better and simply more time on my hands. Good Luck to all!"

• hunte...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 28, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "This is the worst drug I have ever taken. It gave me horrible nightmares and made me feel depressed and weird. After 1 month I wound up in an ER with seizures. It never worked! So then I got an E cig and never smoked again DO NOT TAKE THIS HORRIBLE DRUG! People have bad mental side effects on this (deep dark depression etc). STAY AWAY from CHANTIX, IT'S GARBAGE. ( I know they won't show this) "