Varenicline User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)
Brand names: Tyrvaya Champix
Varenicline has an average rating of 8.6 out of 10 from a total of 1,686 reviews on Drugs.com. 83% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 9% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Varenicline
- Anonymous
- August 2, 2009
Chantix (varenicline) 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 couldn't believe the results. I have been completely smoke-free since October 1, 2008! The stomach discomfort was minor, and I experienced very nice dreams while using this product. This is a truly awesome smoking cessation product!"
- Curt
- December 23, 2019
Chantix (varenicline) 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."
Frequently asked questions
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- Moe
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- June 14, 2019
Chantix (varenicline) 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."
- George...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- December 16, 2019
Champix (varenicline) for Smoking Cessation "Absolutely brilliant I’m now on week 12 without a cigarette I stopped taking champix after week 3 dreams a bit weird felt a little bit sick and in first 2 weeks so tired but all worth it will never smoke again I highly recommend champix it works"
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- MOMof...
- March 25, 2014
Chantix (varenicline) 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 smoker's cough is even going away. I am having 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
Chantix (varenicline) 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, 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!"
- Andy...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- April 19, 2015
Chantix (varenicline) for Smoking Cessation "I am new to this, but I want to share. I am 50, smoked heavily for almost 40 years. I have tried to quit many times, but I never could go more than a couple of days. I took Chantix exactly as prescribed, set my quit date (8 days), and now I am smoke-free for 10 days with no negative side effects. 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!"
- cam...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 11, 2015
Champix (varenicline) for Smoking Cessation "Smoked for 7 years, pack a day. Tried quitting more times than I can remember. I started Champix with the idea that I was going to just keep smoking. By day 3, my smoking had decreased due to the awful taste that they now had, and I found that satisfying feeling I got from smoking had disappeared. I tried to continue smoking (because I'm stubborn), but by day 7 I couldn't even have one. I had no desire to smoke and started waking up in the morning and didn't even think about the idea of smoking for 4-5 hours. I had very little side effects. Champix is truly a miracle! Smoke-free for 2 years and counting."
- amysp...
- May 20, 2013
Chantix (varenicline) 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 years. 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 years. 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 way to get it.) She gave it to me with instructions. On the 6th day, I woke up (you can smoke for the first 7 days) and didn't even think about a cigarette, NO CRAVING WHATSOEVER!"
- aaron...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 29, 2014
Chantix (varenicline) 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 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."
- Chuck
- September 7, 2019
Champix (varenicline) for Smoking Cessation "I started champix just over 8 weeks ago (been on them before but ended up back smoking as I stopped taking them too early!) I smoked 20 a day for 10+ years. By day 8 I had no craving at all and haven’t smoked since. These tablets really do work but obviously do come with certain side effects?! I have found it’s an absolute definite to take them just after eating (at least 2 pieces of toast or so for AM and a proper meal for PM.) The nausea is horrific if you take them on an empty stomach as I found on my first attempt with champix. I have also been suffering with really bizarre nightmares/dreams? Quite cranky and easily irritated - suppose it’s expected though? This time around I have struggled getting out of bed of a morning, but I don't struggle going to sleep - if anything I could sleep longer (normally have a good 8-9 hours a night??) Feel a bit flat some days and no motivation or energy. Definitely think they are worth a go though - Good luck!!!!"
- Grjnnf
- December 14, 2016
Chantix (varenicline) 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."
- Bunnie
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- February 5, 2020
Chantix (varenicline) 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."
- Omaha...
- July 7, 2016
Chantix (varenicline) 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!"
- Trial...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 29, 2022
Tyrvaya (varenicline) for Dry Eye Disease "It does sting a bit in the nostril and did cause me to sneeze once with each dose. Otherwise if you put your tongue on the roof of your mouth there is no drainage down your throat and thus no irritation. I had results in about 36 hours. I used in a trail so there was no cost to me."
- hunte...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- May 28, 2019
Chantix (varenicline) 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) "
- Jimbob
- January 5, 2021
Champix (varenicline) for Smoking Cessation "I was coming up to 60 years old after been a heavy smoker since I was 16 years old. I have previously tried everything to quit for the last 20 years with no success I was diagnosed with COPD ten years ago so I tried Champix on a course recommended by my GP. I cut down and totally quit after two months that was 2 years ago still occasionally fancy a cigarette but they have worked well my only side effects was lucid dreams but they soon stopped after I finished the course. Try them if you're serious about quitting nothing else worked for me highly recommended"
- TRACY...
- May 1, 2014
Chantix (varenicline) for Smoking Cessation "I started Chantix on 4-17-2014, and since 4-27-14, I have not smoked a cigarette in 5 whole days! Not even a drag. I feel like I have no desire to smoke, but there are times when I do crave one and think to myself, I went this long without one or a drag, so why ruin it? Then I forget about it. I do miss smoking, but it's better for the long run. I am about to turn 27 and have been smoking for 15 years. I did experience some constipation and a few times felt nauseous, but as long as you eat before and definitely drink as much water as you can. I was hesitant about taking this medication because of the side effects, especially the dreams. I have not had any terrible dreams, I have been dreaming more, but I enjoy them, they are very vivid. I recommend Chantix."
- Cilksut
- July 9, 2019
Champix (varenicline) for Smoking Cessation "After 40 years of being a smoker I decided I wanted to quit using champix. I had tried NRT a couple of times but always went back to smoking . This time I decided I wanted to try something and not be addicted to nicotine either after quitting. Champix worked for me, I'm pleased to say I have been a non smoker for 16 months. Yes, I had some of the symptoms mentioned but you have to persevere & not give in, if you really want to quit! A few horrible side affects for a couple of months is worth it in the long run!! I also found that a vape (0% nicotine) helped for those times that the habit kicks in. I rarely think of smoking now and are so happy not to addicted to this drug anymore. Do it what have you got to lose?!"
- GrahamH
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- December 30, 2020
Champix (varenicline) for Smoking Cessation "I was a heavy smoker for close to 30-40 per day for 48 years. Had tried gum, patches, vaping without any real success. My wife heard about Champix on the radio. My doctor prescribed it, I think the course was twelve weeks. The instructions suggested I keep smoking while taking the tablets. At the end of the first day I didn’t feel like a cigarette, haven’t had one since. That was six years ago. Haven’t felt like having a cigarette in that time, even when out drinking with still smoking mates. Had no noticeable side effects"
- Michael...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- May 11, 2023
Chantix (varenicline) 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."
- Jowl...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- April 10, 2014
Chantix (varenicline) for Smoking Cessation "I'm 43 years old, have been smoking since I was 16, 2 packs a day for probably the last 10, menthol nonetheless. I took Chantix for 12 weeks before my quit day, that's how bad I was as a smoker. Now I'm on day 11 without a puff and no cravings! My mental state is ecstatic knowing I don't smoke and I feel better physically every day. Thank you, Chantix!"
- Jae
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 13, 2022
Chantix (varenicline) 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."
- Loveb...
- December 29, 2016
Champix (varenicline) for Smoking Cessation "11 months since I have smoked... 11 MONTHS! I have never quit this long before. And it's all thanks to Champix. I never thought I would be a non smoker but here I am. I was on 3 different inhalers and a chronic cough. But it's all gone! Stick with the chamix peeps! It WORKS!! I smoked for 35 years, a pack a day and I am now a non smoker! "
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Chantix (varenicline) 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, and hypnotism, all without success. I am truly amazed by this product and thankful that it was recommended to me."