Champix and Nausea: What Users Say (Page 5)

• Jos...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 16, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "I'm on day 9 of Champix, and my quit date is in 2 more days. Already feeling much less of an urge to smoke, and when I do, enjoying it less. Side effects are a real thing. Definitely vivid, odd dreams, and nausea, and spaciness, and early exhaustion. I'd say it's still worth it, though... anything is worth killing your cig addiction. Looking forward to ending these meds, though. It's pretty uncomfortable. Hard to focus at work."

• Dr ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 3, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "Works! Tried Zyban prior to this but didn't find it effective. I picked a quit date as the medication recommended and gradually reduced smoking over 10 days while on Champix. On my quit date, I stopped completely and haven't had one since! Cravings still come and go, but certainly not compared to a cold turkey craving. Just have to fill that spare time with something to take your mind off. The one thing about this medication is that after ingesting it, I feel quite sick. It lasts for 10 minutes or so, then I'm fine. It's best to eat after food and with lots of water!"

• Lol...
• July 6, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "Today is day 8 of my starter pack. I've still been smoking since I started, but definitely less. With the first 1 mg tablet, which was this morning, I vomited for the first time, though I have been feeling nausea since day 1. Also, I realized today that my sense of smell for tobacco smoke is extra. I stink when I smoke. I have tried quitting once before. Lasted about a day. So far, I definitely think it will be possible with all the changes I'm noticing. Will keep posting and rating as time goes."

• San...
• July 18, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I am on the 3rd week of Champix. I was smoking 15-20 p/day for over 30 years. I have not quit yet, but ciggies taste so bad that I can only have a few drags before I feel sick. I have read a lot of comments about people giving up in the 1st week. I feel weak because I still give in to cravings, but tell myself that 3-4 p/day is better than 15-20 p/day. Nausea is pretty bad, but I am persevering with it, taking it with food doesn't seem to make any difference. I have heard about other side effects - restless nights, weird dreams, feeling high, etc. - I have experienced none of these. I shall continue with the tablets until the end of the first pack and see what my doctor says about going on to the next stage."

• Lee...
• February 16, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "Today I am on week 3, day 21, and I have not touched a cig, suffering with constipation and a little nausea. I feel refreshed, I can breathe better, I have an appetite, which is good for me because I am skinny and hoping that I will gain some weight. Thank you, Champix. I never thought I could give up smoking ever."

• ROX...
• March 2, 2021

For Smoking Cessation "If you are reading this, then firstly, well done! You are either considering stopping smoking or have started Champix. I have just completed 6 weeks on Champix. I was a smoker for ±15 years, and then after taking Champix, quit and started Twisping (electronic cigarette). After 8 years of Twisping, I decided to go back on Champix. It worked. I had the worst dreams for 6 weeks, including constant nausea, headaches, mood swings, and just feeling really ill. All I can say is that you need to just take each day at a time. Do not give up. If you feel depressed, anxious, or suicidal, you need to speak to your doctor or a loved one. You can also read up on the internet as to how to manage your depression. I did have severe anxiety and fits of rage on maybe 3 occasions. My loved ones were informed about the side effects I was experiencing and were understanding. These forums helped me on my Champix journey as I did not feel like all the horrible symptoms I had were just me."

• Sic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 10, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "Started taking Champix in May this year and had picked my stop date, but on my stop date, a family member died, so I smoked like a mill chimney and stopped taking the tablets as it wasn't the right time to quit. Started again 8 days ago and haven't had a cig in 2 days. Not only do I not want a cig, but the thought of putting one in my mouth makes me want to vomit! The thought of putting food in my mouth also makes me want to vomit, but at least I won't put on weight replacing cigs with food! Because of the food thing, I'm cutting the tablet down to 1/2 in the morning and 1/2 at night, as it has also affected my sleep. No crazy dreams, just find myself awake at 1 a.m. and can't get back to sleep. Wondering if I need to take all 12 weeks or if I can stop taking them sooner?"

• Bam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 7, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I'm on my 2nd round of Champix. Going from 1 pack a day, smoking for about 20 years. I had successfully quit twice for 2 years and restarted again. I don't drink. During the first round, I realized I had to take it on a full stomach, otherwise, I felt very nauseous. But it cut me down to about 5 cigarettes a day. No cravings, just forgot about it. Felt great. Then I finished the pills and still smoked about 6-8 per day. Now I'm on round 2 at 1 mg. Got me down to only 3 cigarettes per day and it's only day 1. Looking forward to my first day without a cigarette at all. Staying positive it can successfully wean me off cigarettes for good. It's been the most effective option for me so far in smoking cessation."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 12, 2023

For Smoking Cessation "Champix works, but the side effects are pretty grim. After 4 weeks, I no longer smoke or drink alcohol. The nausea has decreased. The biggest problem is loss of weight. I have gone down from 103 lbs to 94 lbs, and my BMI now indicates that I am underweight. Has anyone any advice? Will this loss eventually stop? I am eating okay, and apart from feeling a little tired, am okay."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 29, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I've smoked daily since I was 11 and just celebrated my 36th birthday last week, and I'm about to start week 5 of Champix. I stopped smoking on day 11, but since then, I've maybe had 6 smokes. I find it hard to say no when offered, but don't have cravings afterward. I'm worried because I've had them that once I finish the 12 weeks, I'll want to start again. I need to get tougher. I find the nausea not too bad now and have only had a couple of strange dreams."

• rit...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 18, 2022

For Smoking Cessation "Champix or Chantix will work if it is tailored. I smoked 20 per day, and my lungs were complaining, and it worked for me, but I had to tailor it to work for me. I took 1/2 tablet each morning for 4 days and smoked. Then took 1 each morning, and after a few days, I started feeling nauseous if I smoked, so this put me off smoking. But soon realized that coffee was a factor too. So I decided I cannot do without my morning cuppa, so I moved the Champix/Chantix to the evening. 2 weeks later, I had stopped smoking. The nausea stopped, so I tried a cigarette and felt nauseous, so no more smokes. 18 months later, I don’t want a cigarette and don’t even think about smoking. I’m cured. In the UK, more people would give up successfully if it wasn’t for the counseling. It’s not necessary and causes stress in itself, which causes people to smoke."

• Sim...
• October 20, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I'm up to week 5, and I can't believe how well I'm doing. I was nervous after reading heaps of reviews about the drug, but I talked it over with my GP, and she told me to watch my moods. I was a bit nauseous and grumpy, but only in the first week. I continued to smoke a few days past my 'quit' date, but I realized that Champix isn't a magic pill. You still need willpower and a desire to quit. Using Champix means you need about 1/10th of the willpower you would need cold turkey. I still have cravings, but you just have to push through them."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 27, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "Only on my second day of Champix so far, and the results are incredible! I can count on one hand the cigarettes I've had today, as opposed to a pack a day. Smoking already makes me feel nauseous! I may have only been smoking for 3 years, but having a scare with a minor stroke at 21 years of age, I can't thank this medication enough. I truly feel when I quit this time that it's going to be for good!"

• Lee...
• February 3, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I smoked for 17 years and smoked almost 18 cigs a day. I am on day 8 with Champix, and today is my first day with no smoking. The day before, I smoked 5, and yesterday 3 cigs. Wow, it's so amazing how Champix works because every time you have a smoke, the cig makes you feel more sick. You end up thinking twice to have another cig. I am so impressed with Champix. Even though I am suffering with nausea, I give a big thumbs up to Champix."

• Kiw...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 5, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "Now onto Week 5 of non-smoking with Champix. Have tried many cessation tools (patches, etc.), but this has been the best for controlling urges to smoke easier. However, side effects for me have been crazy, so will be stopping the course early. The side effects include insomnia, tiredness, lucid dreams, lethargy, swollen legs and ankles, sore feet, constipation, nausea, and mood swings that feel more in line with bipolar depression/quick to anger/anxiety/frustration. More than the usual nicotine withdrawal-associated symptoms."

• Lad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 27, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "Exceptionally effective against nicotine craving, however, it comes with severe side effects. Being only 56 kg, I should not have been advised to take the full dosage. Headaches are severe, nausea also unless you drink milk and eat before taking. I also had severe sleep paralysis (never had this before), and there is a withdrawal period during which I was constantly hungry and feeling mellow. It's fantastic by way of quitting, I went from 80 cigarettes a day equivalent in vaping to nothing with ease, but at a cost. I would definitely take it again though."

• Me5...
• October 5, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "Currently on my second attempt of Champix. And having a totally different experience. First time was about six years ago... possibly more! First time, nausea was brutal, but I persisted to the book. Day 9, I started to smoke a cig and I was nearly sick it was so vile. I took the tablets for another five days and stopped. I didn't smoke for two years. Then I started night duty and my coworker smoked about 40 in a shift and that's where it all went wrong again. Second time on tablets, it's day 13 and I have reduced but can't seem to kick it totally, stomach is grand. Missed a few doses unfortunately as I'm on nights. Disappointed and can't understand how it's not the same as first. Probably because my sleep/wake hours are a mess. But hopefully I get there."

• Bab...
• August 7, 2021

For Smoking Cessation "I wanted, or rather had to leave a review. I’m on day 18 of Champix. After day 7, I only took the 1x1 mg in the morning. I didn’t need two tablets, my craving was non-existent. I’ve been a smoker from 15 to 34, then addicted to nicotine gum for 21 years. This medication has stopped something I never thought I would stop. Taken with food and liquid, my only side effects were the first week. I felt like I had cotton wool in my head, very slight nausea, barely worth mentioning. I’ve decided to do the full 12 weeks and taper off for 1 week. Due to the decades of nicotine receptors I’ve made, it takes 3 months to go back to how they were 40 years ago, and I intend to do it properly. I wish everyone the best of luck. This medication is truly a savior. Thank you, Pfizer."

• Sha...
• February 12, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "I was on Champix for my 19th day when I decided tomorrow would finally be the day I'll stop!! Hid anything that would remind me.. ashtrays, papers, filters, lighters... Difficult when your house is a halfway house for your son's homeless mates, all smokers!! (At least they can't hit me up ATM!!) Anyway, that brings me to 4 days of not smoking. About to go to bed, tomorrow will be my fifth.. I've never had any serious issues with Champix!! I've tried and given up twice before, things have just happened... I have always had the nightmares, which I love!! This time around, (I always eat with them) hours after taking it, I'll suddenly get a massive headache and full-on nausea, out of nowhere, at the exact same time!!"

• Emb...
• October 30, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I was a 'social' smoker for 20 years, which was progressively becoming a daily issue. After trying everything, including hundreds of dollars on hypnotherapy, which didn't work, I went to my doctor, who told me I used cigarettes as a reward at the end of the day. She mentioned Champix might be beneficial. I take antidepressants as well. Within a few days of Champix, I wasn't enjoying cigarettes, and by day 10 or 11, I stopped completely. This was 6 months ago. I did slip twice while drinking too much wine, as I stopped taking the Champix prematurely and started taking it again. The only side effect was sickness, like morning sickness. Champix makes it easy to quit, as it really reduces the cravings. Such a positive experience."

• Mic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 26, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "If you wish to stop smoking, you will if you have the willpower. Using Champix, it may suit you, however, both my wife and I found the drug extremely disturbing. Following the starter pack, we both progressed to 2 x 1 mg tablets per day. During week 3, we were both like zombies. We were tired all the time and would fall asleep mid-afternoon. Nighttime sleep was disturbed by vivid dreams. Together with the almost constant feeling of nausea, it wasn’t for us. True, it removes the desire for nicotine, however, it doesn’t remove the habit. We both now use vaporizers and, having stopped the Champix, feel much, much better!"

• NIc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 26, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I’ve been on this medication for 7 days now and went from smoking 30 a day to 10 in the first day! Today is my quit day and I’m okay so far, but I’m trying to get through hour by hour. Some side effects I’ve had are dry mouth, nausea, and dreams that keep you awake at night, but I will see how that goes over the next week."

• jek...
• January 30, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I started Champix for 8 days, nil nausea, however, I became very depressed, irritable, repetitive negative thoughts, sedation, and unable to focus, so I'm sorry, but I won't be trying it again. Willpower will have to be my weapon."

• Bek...
• October 13, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I had a very negative experience on Champix. 5 days in and I've thrown away the packet. Day 1 I was nauseous and vomiting and had terrifying nightmares, dry mouth, hot sweats. Day 2 My mood changed, I felt like I was in a trance/had been sedated. Still having terrifying nightmares. Day 3, 4, 5 Sent home from work, feeling severely depressed and exhausted, can't function. I'm so upset that Champix affected me like this. I've read so many great reviews, but it just wasn't for me. I could have dealt with all the side effects if I didn't work full time. But even customers were picking up on my 'zombie' like state. Best of luck to everyone else trying to give up! I'm going to have to try good old-fashioned willpower!"

• Pen...
• August 28, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "I'm thinking about using Champix to help me stop smoking. When I spoke to my GP about possible side effects, he really played them down. After having read all of your experiences, I'm really not sure I could handle some of the side effects you mention. The nauseousness, for example. I'm hopeless with nausea! Is it really debilitating? Any advice you could give me would be gratefully received. Thanks in advance."