Champix and Vivid Dreams: What Users Say (Page 2)

• Vic...
• August 31, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "This is a wonder drug! I went to doctors and asked for Champix, for my 15-a-day habit for 16 years! By day 7, I had completely given up. That was 8 months ago, and I haven't touched a cigarette since! I had bad dreams, the taste of the cigarette was just vile. I suffered awful acne (gone once the tablets were finished). I sometimes felt a bit confused. But none of the side effects should stop anyone from trying this drug. 9 months ago, I sat here and thought I am never going to give up smoking, it's a huge part of my life, but I did it."

• Mar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 28, 2020

For Smoking Cessation "I started taking Champix 2 weeks ago. I'm 62, been smoking since I was 13 years old, the last 10 years trying everything from the patches, nicotine gum, vaping-nothing works. After 7 days with Champix, I stopped because I became nauseated with the cigarette. I can say it's been 7 days without nicotine in my body. I'm so proud, and with Champix, it makes it a lot easier. Side effect: a bit of an upset stomach, maybe for 15 minutes after I take Champix after a meal, and I dream more, but so far that's it. I'm a happy girl not to be smoking anymore."

• Don...
• July 20, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "I read the reviews on Champix and thought maybe my experience may be helpful to someone. I stopped smoking for 2 months cold turkey and experienced nearly every side effect listed by people as being caused by Champix. Could these be possibly caused by nicotine withdrawal? And not the drug? Cold turkey, I suffered anxiety, low mood, felt like time was standing still, difficulty concentrating, headaches, irritability, insomnia, vivid dreams that actually seemed real, restless legs, gastric disturbances, and tingling of my hands and feet and cravings. I found lots of water and making myself exercise helped. Starting Champix today and nicotine patches as recommended by my Dr."

• S L...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 4, 2020

For Smoking Cessation "I haven't had a cigarette in 43 days, and I was still a pack-a-day smoker right up to my quit date. Just make sure you pick a day to stop and stick to it. The side effects I've had are 15 minutes of nausea after taking and the vivid dreams, but I've personally had no noticeable personality changes."

• Scr...
• February 1, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "Smoked for 45 years, tried everything out there, including hypnotism, nothing worked. Tried Champix November 15, 2016, some weird dreams the first week, a bit of nausea, and also a headache now and then. Happy to say I have not smoked after setting a date. Within two weeks of starting the pills, I slowly reduced to 2 or 3 cigarettes per day, then quit. Took 2 x 0.5 mg pills per day for the month of December, then stopped. All good so far, still, once in a while, I get an urge, but one thing I read or heard that I find helps get through the urge is that the need for a smoke lasts about 3 minutes on average. So I find something to do. Now, February 1st, smoke and Champix free. Good luck."

• Lau...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 16, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I have been a smoker for 27 years and have tried to quit a few times before without success. I'm now 4 weeks into taking Champix, and I haven't smoked since day 11. I had a few cravings at the start, now I don't even think about it at all, even when I'm around smokers. I now hate the smell on my clothes after. The only side effect I've had is the weird dreams and lack of sleep, but I would rather that than smoke again. I am hoping to cut the tablets back down soon. Anyone thinking of trying to quit, I definitely recommend these."

• Mfm...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 4, 2020

For Smoking Cessation "I am on day number 33, and I quit smoking 21 days ago. The first 2 weeks of the medicine will be a little bit hard due to the side effects, and after then it will be better regarding nausea, bad mood, and the crazy dreams. I hope not to go back to smoking after finishing the whole dose."

• Rob...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 15, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "Started Champix 1/2/17, my stop day was going to be 14/2/17 to give me max time before stopping, but I managed to stop on 12/2/17. It's only been 5 days, but I could never imagine going 5 hours without a cigarette before Champix. Some bad dreams and feeling nauseous sometimes, but definitely manageable."

• Jay...
• January 27, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "I'm on day 1 of my Champix. Bit nervous and apprehensive... but I'm going to go with it and will make sure I eat before and drink plenty. I'm not looking forward to any bad dreams though, but I will still go with the flow. Good luck to all of you, and it would be great to hear your feedback...x"

• Ric...
• August 15, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "Took a full course 2 years ago. It was amazing. From 1 1/2 packs a day to not wanting one in 10 days. I had nausea after taking a pill (usually about 15 mins.), crazy dreams every night (took me about a month to figure out which event in my life these dreams were about - they were all so similar but slightly different each night), incredible lethargy bordering on exhaustion (I'd get out of bed in the morning, having dreamt more than slept, go to the coffee pot in the kitchen and more or less collapse - head down on folded arms on the counter for 10 mins. with legs so weak I could barely stand), yelling matches with people who wanted early starts at work. Not a happy time, but I'd quit and it was all worth it. 3 months after the last pill."

• hut...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 4, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "Week three smoke-free!!! Ok, so I get headaches, feel sick, constipated, crazy dreams, but not enough to not be able to go to work and function. I stopped smoking day 9 - haven't smoked for three weeks and it's fine - I don't even care - this stuff really works!!!!! Just got to deal with side effects :)"

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 30, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I just wanted to share my experience with Champix... I was reluctant at first to try this as I suffer with bipolar with long depressive episodes and had read some awful stories. I had to really persuade my GP to let me try Champix after failing at every other way to give up smoking. When I started Champix, I was smoking 40 cigarettes a day. I have now not smoked for 4 months. With very little cravings! When I first started it, it did make me feel a bit nauseous, however, that passed after a few weeks. I made sure I took the evening dose early due to strange dreams. So I would take it at about 5 pm, which helped a lot. It feels strange when you first start it, and it makes smoking taste awful, but it really does work. I also read the Allen Carr stop smoking book along with this medication, this combination has worked for me, and I really hope I continue to not smoke as I feel so much healthier and happier :)"

• mil...
• July 8, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "Second attempt at Champix, so far so good, but will say this time round I think I have every side effect: craving, feeling sick, strange dreams, tiredness, eating a lot more. I'm on week 4, but determined to do this. I smell better, my bank account looks healthier. Good luck to everyone."

• RKU...
• March 20, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "Used Champix for 3 weeks. No side effects other than vivid dreams, no issues, have stopped smoking now for over 8 years. Wish it was free when I used it."

• Pca...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 6, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "I was very skeptical when I started Champix. The first 2 weeks gave me nausea for about 15-30 minutes but would subside. Dreams were there but not scary, just vivid. I think I had 3 days of fuzziness in the head. Day 12 came, and I was pretty sure this was gonna be impossible. I smoked about 15-20 smokes a day, especially at work. For 15 years. I had about 5 smokes on day 12, which was quit day, but at about 6 pm, I had my last one, and in the morning on day 10, non-smoking. I was surprised with some willpower I did not feel horrid and empty without my smokes. I have not sneaked one and am still managing it day by day, and it is getting so easy I don't know why I didn't do this before. Struggles still to go, but use some strength, it is easy. No horrible withdrawals."

• Bre...
• August 15, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "I quit smoking on July 6, 2015. I have now been smoke-free for 39 days and counting! I have saved $340 and not smoked 607 cigarettes. Just like some of the others on here, I have experienced almost all of the side effects. The vivid dreams are still a nightly occurrence, and the nausea and constipation are experienced daily. I feel that I can get through these side effects, knowing that I am no longer hurting myself by smoking. I am so thankful that I am finally rid of the nicotine demon! Thank you, Champix!"

• D A...
• August 29, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "I have been a smoker for about 35 years, so when I say if I can do it, anyone can quit. I never did drugs, and I don't drink, but smoking was my drug. I was addicted, plain and simple. When you get to the point that you don't enjoy it but you're addicted, then I think you're ready to quit. I tried everything. I did try Champix about 6 years ago, it didn't work: weird dreams, etc. I tried the patch, I tried cold turkey (yeah right), I tried laser therapy (sucked). I knew I had to quit. I had 2 heart attacks by the age of 50, and I'm a diabetic, which I found out when I had my first heart. I finally did Champix again, but I took it first in the morning and again at noon, so it wore off by bedtime. I picked my quit date, very important, and I took it one day at a time and worked."

• SPO...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 5, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I have been smoking for 24 years. Had about 20 cigarettes a day. One of my friends recommended Champix as he took it and stopped smoking after day 14. I got the starter pack, and after the first pill I took and smoked a cigarette, it tasted like leaves/wood and smelled worse than before, but I kept on smoking. Had headaches, tummy upset/mood swings for about a week, and had the weirdest dreams ever. That stopped. Day 14 I am smoking less by now. Day 17 still smoking. The smell/taste are getting worse. Day 20 I can only smoke a quarter of a cigarette at a time. I just couldn't smoke a full cigarette. Day 21 got up and had my last cigarette at 0700 h that morning. I stopped smoking on 03 April 2018 and have been smoke-free for 4 weeks. I am on the second month maintenance pack as recommended. Now I have to lose the excess weight I gained. At least I kicked a very bad habit after 24 years."

• awa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 21, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "After taking Champix for 4 weeks, I returned to my GP, who asked me, had I stopped smoking yet? I actually hadn't realized you were meant to stop within this period. Armed with a script for a further 4 weeks' worth, I embarked on the next phase. After smoking for 40 years and with several failed attempts to stop, I was a tad skeptical as to how successful this would be. So, 2 months after starting the course, I am now cigarette-free for 8 days!!!! and quietly proud of myself. I am also 4 days free of Champix, which I am even happier about!!! I am usually not prone to side effects on medication, but managed to suffer through most of the possible ones listed, so the last 2 months have been quite an ordeal!! Was lethargic, disinterested, and tired the whole time, wild dreams made worthwhile sleep difficult, so after 7 weeks, I was happy to stay off the smokes just to be free of the side effects!! Hard yakka but worthwhile!!"

• Kan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 27, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "After many decades of moderately heavy smoking, Champix was a major factor in my ability to quit. Like many others, I did have vivid dreams, but no other side effects. I have been smoke-free for a month now and am confident that I can now be described as a non-smoker. I have already more than paid for the cost of the prescription by not smoking, and from this point forward I will have a lot more disposable income than before. I encourage you to give it a try."

• Han...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 22, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I'm in two minds about this drug. I'm on my third week and have not had a cigarette for a week now. I smoked around 20 per day and always found it hard to quit. Tried patches, inhalers, gum, etc., in the past but found the cravings really hard. This is actually working, and I'm not wanting a cigarette so much. HOWEVER, I feel awful. I'm extremely tired all the time and have zero energy, which isn't like me. I'm having terrible nightmares and other strange dreams and waking up in sweats. I feel sickly all the time with a metallic taste in my mouth, headaches, and over the last couple of days, I've had severe stomach cramps and terrible wind. Going to the doctor for advice. I do not feel good at all."

• TJa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 17, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "It was good to read all the comments. I have been a smoker for over 35 years, and I started to feel wheezy, etc. I have tried so many times to quit but have never been successful. I started taking Champix 11 days ago and stopped smoking on day 6. I cannot believe that I have not smoked a cigarette for a whole 5 days. It is mad! I do feel sick after the first tablet, but just eat, and it's not so bad. The dreams are crazy, but I can live with them if it means I won't smoke. I feel a little low, but I control it as I know it's the tablets. I'm just really happy at the moment with Champix and feel really positive about a non-smoking future."

• Nos...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 20, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "First tried Champix about a year ago, pretty weird and vivid dreams for a couple of nights, but after that all OK. Tend to take the second tablet at lunch or early afternoon to lessen any impact on insomnia. Only stopped initially for a few days, but cut down to only 4 or 5. I had smoked around 20 a day for 38 years after starting when 12 years old. I kept taking Champix for the next year, paying full price, as figured the cut down was worth it, even though still smoking - the Champix did not seem to affect me or my desire around those 4 or 5 (but if I had more, I felt pretty crook). Finally stopped 18 days ago and pretty confident that is it. I am back on the second lot of PBS subsidized scripts with about 4 months to go and will see them through."

• Nos...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 20, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "First tried Champix about a year ago, pretty weird and vivid dreams for a couple of nights, but after that all OK. Tend to take the second tablet at lunch or early afternoon to lessen any impact on insomnia. Only stopped initially for a few days, but cut down to only 4 or 5. I had smoked around 20 a day for 38 years after starting when 12 years old. I kept taking Champix for the next year, paying full price, as figured the cut down was worth it, even though still smoking - the Champix did not seem to affect me or my desire around those 4 or 5 (but if I had more, I felt pretty crook). Finally stopped 18 days ago and pretty confident that is it. I am back on the second lot of PBS subsidized scripts with about 4 months to go and will see them through."

• GR1...
• January 14, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "The only downside to this drug for me has been difficulty sleeping and crazy dreams. But to me, that's worth it! I quit on day 6 of taking Champix and am now 8 days smoke-free, and I couldn't feel better. Exercise is much easier, my skin has improved, and I am proud of myself. Smoking always made me feel guilty. I felt ill for the first 3 to 4 days and cut down from 10 to 2 a day, then just decided smoking was worthless to me because it really felt that way... for the first time in 8 years! I have decided to remain on the lower dose of Champix as I quit on it and feel confident I can continue. It always lowers the risk of side effects and makes it easier to come off the tablets, so an all-around win for me. I highly recommend these tablets!!!"