Champix User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Pj1970
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 2, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "Smoked for first 3 weeks while taking the champix ,then stopped ,not had any smoking since and no urges either. I have smoked 60 a day for 30 years . Now on last week of course ,so time will tell now"

• Stogy
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 12, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "I marked down 2 weeks to quit day on my calendar and then smoked as usual. I decided that when I smoked, I would not talk on the phone, read, drink coffee, etc. JUST SMOKE! After 1 week the drugs kicked in and I began smoking less and less. Went from 20/day to 3/day by the end of week 2. Once I Quit, there would be no association thus making the transition to non smoker much easier. Hope this idea helps others. Good Luck everyone!! UPDATE: Day 9 smoke free. It's been a bit too easy. I keep thinking that I should want a smoke but I really don't. Impressive!"

• Bumba...
• July 4, 2014

For Smoking Cessation "Smoked 25 a day for 28 years and lost count of the number of times I've tried to quit and failed. Now I've been smoke free for 9 months (feel GREAT)! Life on Champix was VERY Tough. Started off with the usual half tablet and things were fine but within a couple of days of being on the full dose the suffering began. Bloated, constipated, angry, vivid, nasty dreams, no sleep, lethargic and so so emotional I burst into tears over nothing. In the end I cut back to half the usual full dose and eventually stopped taking Champix altogether after 6 weeks. Took some time after this for the symptoms listed above to disappear completely but eventually they did. "

• Gay...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 7, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "They work great I smoked for the first 2 weeks then on the day of week 3 I didn't even feel like one. The problem with the people that say it doesn't work or there is to many side effects is most of them don't do the course properly medical doctors all around the world that use champix for patients would say as it says in the guide lines smoke for the first 2 weeks if people would do that it would work it has to work because the chemical in it is for the part of your brain that craves smoking so all them people out there that say it doesn't work I don't believe them. They just don't want to quit smoking. The side effects: u get a few but I would rather have side effect and not smoke then no side effect and smoke"

• Lottie
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 20, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "Champix has worked. I was scared of taking them but my health had declined and my fitness levels were shocking. I had a history with mental health issues like anxiety so you can imagine how scared I was given the long list of side effects. I took these with food and did not get any nausea, I haven't had one bit and have been on these 5 weeks now. It completely stopped my desire to smoke after 2 weeks. I'm short tempered, but my boyfriend and I discussed all this before I started Champix so we knew it was coming. Even he says it's worth it to give up. I have also had weird dreams but not bad ones. In yesterday's dream I won the Formula 1 racing in France! I haven't had any cravings & I'm pinching myself. I was also a heavy drinker and I haven't wanted one since I can't smoke. So my real test will be a glass of wine but I'm waiting until the 12 week course is up to drink as I don't want to fail and so far I haven't wanted to drink, all round I'm super impressed."

• SteveO
• April 15, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I'm writing this 8 years after I stopped smoking, Now I'm trying to help my partner quit. Taking the drug was the best thing I ever did. I did get the usual mild side effects, slight nausea etc. But it was more than with it. I HATE cigarettes now with a vengeance. One tip thing I can add that will really help others quitting is.... On the day you decide to stop, read or listen to the Allen Carr easyway to stop smoking book. Its on youtube or you can buy it. It really puts your head in a good place. Debunking long held beliefs about smoking. It made me completely determined never to touch a ciggy ever again! I never have."

• surpr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 19, 2014

For Smoking Cessation "Besides a little nausea & jitters for the first week everything went smooth for me. I have smoked heavily for 25 years, with no real intentions on quitting. My health had gone downhill past couple years and after a friend was successful with Champix I thought "why not?" Within 2 weeks I was smoke free (surprisingly). A week later I was off the pill! That easy! Thank you Champix."

• Smoke...
• July 11, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "Fantastic tablets! First week I was still smoking as normal, I didn't feel any different so part of me thought the tablets weren't going to work. I set my quit date as day 10. Started day 8 on the higher dose and that's when I really noticed a difference. Days 8 and 9 I stopped enjoying smoking, and I kept stubbing them out halfway.. even when drinking which is when I usually chain smoke. I'm now 7 days smoke free, no cravings at all since day 9! I only take the morning tablet on the high dose because the evening one makes me feel extremely sick for some reason, but the morning one alone is working wonders. I don't even crave when sat around smokers anymore! I can't believe this stuff works! Bit of nausea, no vivid dreams. Worth it!!!"

• Bellaz
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 1, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I've been reading allot of these posts and thought maybe I could share my experience and what helped me. The stomach pain when I take the pills is really tough to deal with but I found eating a banana really helps. Eat halve the banana, Take the pill than finish the rest. It's the only thing that doesn't make me feel nauseous. As far as the bloating, I've felt so bloated for the past 2 weeks so went and spoke with the pharmacist on what to do and he suggested Align Digestive Care, I took a pill about 4 hours ago and already I feel better. Just thought I would try to help those out having the same symptoms I am. Good Luck everyone, It may seem tough to get through these little road blocks but I know we all have the strength to quit."

• king...
• January 4, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "Best thing out there today built to fight the crave completely. Smoke free for more then a week and it's never been easier"

• Bristol
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 30, 2020

For Smoking Cessation "I have smoked on and off for 10 years, I must say that I have completely tried almost everything, so one day I searched the net to see if there's a tablet for stop smoking, and wow I came across this champix. So I researched it, then went online doctor for a assessment, which I payed £35.00 for the starter pack, I took for 7 days and that was it, no more smoking, now back to my gyming. Honestly really is a bad habit and it's powerful, and those who do not smoke wouldn't understand how hard it is . I work for the NHS. Thanks for reading."

• smell...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 27, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "I was a heavy smoker for 33 years. I knew I couldn't give up without help, so I asked my Dr. for Champix prescription. I was really nervous after reading the side effects that could happen. Decided to try anyway. Stopped smoking on the 8th day. I have now been smoke free for 26 days. No serious side effects. This medication is amazing. I had tried so many times before but the cravings always got me. I would recommend it to anyone who is serious about quitting."

• Diane...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 20, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "Fantastic product. Went from 30+ a day to 5 years smoke free after trying for more than 20 years to quit. The only side effect was slight nausea which only lasted a short time. I suffer with depression and anxiety so was very cautious with Champix but I found no adverse reactions regarding my mental health The instructions were clear, and easy to follow. I didn't need the whole 12 week course but I put that down to its effectiveness. Would definitely recommend this."

• Steve...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 11, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "At 11.55pm on Saturday the 6th of September 2008 I finished my 50th Cigarette for the day. It was also the last cigarette I have had since that time. (Over 7 Years) Thanks to Champix!! I had smoked since I was 14 years old and had just turned 50 when I decided it was time to give up. I started on Champix after discussing several options with my doctor and after being on the tablets for 2 weeks I stopped. Over the next 8 weeks of the program I had some extremely stressful events take place in my life but even with those events I managed with the help of Champix to stay off the cigarettes, and I am still off them now!! My personal experience of Champix was great, I had no side effects at all and I have not had even one cigarette since I quit."

• Gypsy...
• May 3, 2014

For Smoking Cessation "I felt like I lost 2 months of my life on Champix. Was lucky to get four hours of sleep (after wacko dreams) a night; depressed, lethargic, bloated, and constipation like you would not believe. NOTHING WORKED - for two months I tried everything, even bio-prep (like you have before bowel surgery) or enemas. I was walking around in an absolute fog. But I have to say, Champix worked and I have tried everything over my 28 years smoking. I stopped taking the tablets 3 or 4 weeks ago and am fine, no desire to have a cigarette at all. Best of all it does kill the nicotine monster - I found I was starting to get addicted to the little lozenges (my Happy Pills) when I was on those. Good luck if you are considering taking Champix."

• Bigcr...
• August 20, 2013

For Smoking Cessation "I have been a heavy smoker for 30 years from 20mg to 40mg per day. I have tried every possible way to give up, using nicotine replacement therapy, hypnosis, laser therapy to name but a few. Even losing my own father to that horrible smoking related premature death cause. Cancer! But I couldn't even stop for one day until now. I went to my local smoking clinic and asked for Champix as I had heard people rave about it. Even after getting them I still did not think they would work for me. But even I was shocked to my amazement I stopped after day 10 with very minimal side effects. Yeah still think about cigarettes but not for long, maybe a split second. Unlike before when I thought about them in my sleep. Good luck and thank you Champix."

• George...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 16, 2019

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"

• Chuck
• September 7, 2019

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!!!!"

• Cilksut
• July 9, 2019

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?!"

• Rohan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 30, 2014

For Smoking Cessation "Fantastic to erase all symptoms of smoking. Only 3 weeks in and yes I have quit and am able to be around any smoker with no wish to smoke at all. But in saying that I can't speak to my partner without having a full blown outburst of rage, I can't sleep, I have vivid nightmares when I do along with breakdowns because of the intense emotions. I get headaches everyday. I can't be in large groups of friends without feeling overwhelmed and anxious. I can't hold conversations with more than one person at one time. I find myself thinking of things that should not be thought of. I was complete opposite beforehand. "

• Nuno
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 31, 2014

For Smoking Cessation "Champix was very effective to stop me from smoking! After six days I suddenly woke up and for the first time in 30 years I didn't feel like having a smoke. So I didn't and haven't for over three months now. I read many reviews before starting to take it and was kind of dreading the side effects, but decided to take it anyway. Took it for 2.5 months. I only noticed very vivid dreams (not bad nightmares) that even amused me, but made me wake up 2 or 3 times a night, so it was a bit tiring. Besides that for the first two weeks I had trouble remembering words and felt a bit disconnected. It was only after I stopped taking it that I realized I had been very depressed, had 2 car accidents in 2 months (first in 25 years of driving). Worth it!"

• Gelston
• March 23, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "Got to give it a 10 as it achieves the wanted result, rating it on side effects would be nil which would be unfair and not constructive to a survey. My 3rd attempt on Champix, the 1st two attempts failed due to my own silly fault, being bored and having an overwhelming desire to be naughty. So this time I'm keeping busy and find it a lot easier. Side effects are all well documented and trust me I have thelot. Stools the size of Manchester alternating with a spontaneous tsunami and dreams so vivid I could write a novel each morning, being only a couple of a whole list of effects. Nothing I was not expecting or that can't be endured for the sake of being smoke free after 45 years. Good luck to all on Champix."

• Vanco...
• June 28, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "After 40 years of smoking - the last 10 at 3 packs a day - I finally tried Champix. After patches, gum, spray, lozenges all didn't work, I experienced very strong withdrawal symptoms with all three. I got a Rx and began taking them. After about 3 - 4 days I started to feel quite sick to my stomach. I read the info about side effects and there it was: nausea is the first and most common side effect. My doc recommended an anti nausea pill commonly called Gravol and after taking both, the nausea disappeared. What's very important to know about Champix is that it removes the withdrawal symptoms. Completely! Try it, it sure worked for me and I hope it works for you. Cheers and good luck!"

• mayan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 9, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "So far so good, I had been smoking for around 19 years, left smoking last month, its been 25 days, few side effects like excessive sleep, earthquake like feeling, slight irritability in the evenings, rest all is fine. All those old time smokers should try it, the side effects mentioned in lots of google forums are not true and more important...all of them don't occur to one person. Compared to the side effects the benefits are better...."

• MadgeUK
• May 17, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "20 a day for 26 years. Tried e-cigs, patches, gum, even Allen Carr. Champix felt like my last chance and damn, it worked for me! Yes to nausea (even with food) and vivid dreams but no mood swings or irrational behaviour (so far) and I actually have a long history of depression and anxiety so I was really expecting that. I quit smoking on day 13 of the meds. Partly cos you HAVE to make that choice and partly 'cos it was just horrid to smoke. I can't even stand the smell now. A few cravings but easy to get over them. It's only day 18 but I do feel really confident this is it for me now. Champix might not be for everyone but if you really have tried everything else then why not?"