Champix User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Cha...
• March 20, 2014

For Smoking Cessation "I had a great experience with Champix. I smoked for 20 years, 30 smokes a day. I had no side effects, sleeping was great. No bad dreams. I guess I was very lucky, it made my quitting easier. Always remember there is no miracle pill, and what worked for me was Champix. It helped, and by saying 'I am not going out for a smoke so I can feel the same way I felt 20 minutes from my previous smoke.' Non-smokers don't need to recharge themselves with smoking and going out every 20 minutes for a smoke. The withdrawal is only the nicotine monster dying and crying for more nicotine, so don't give in, protect your health. There is no withdrawal if you can enjoy the experience of quitting smoking. Good luck, everyone!"

• Bri...
• 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 to stop smoking, and wow, I came across this Champix. So I researched it, then went online to a doctor for an assessment, which I paid £35.00 for the starter pack. I took it for 7 days and that was it, no more smoking, now back to my gyming. Honestly, it 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."

• Ste...
• 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 worth 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. It's 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."

• Ste...
• February 21, 2020

For Smoking Cessation "I stopped smoking after only about 12 days on Champix. The only problem was as soon as I doubled the dose, as instructed, I developed heart arrhythmia, chest pains, a panic attack leaving me in the hospital, and now, 6 weeks on, I'm paying $1,000 for urgent private cardiac assessments to try and save my job, my house, my life. Finally, symptoms seem to be subsiding a little after 6-7 weeks. Be very careful, people. My advice is to stick to half dose, i.e., one in the morning, one at night."

• Bum...
• 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 are too many side effects is that 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 guidelines, 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 those 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: you get a few, but I would rather have side effects and not smoke than no side effects and smoke."

• Bel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 1, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I've been reading a lot 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 half the banana, take the pill, then 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 I 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 roadblocks, but I know we all have the strength to quit."

• sme...
• 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 a 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."

• Ker...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 11, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "I started Champix on 27th March 2015 by my GP's stop smoking clinic and was advised to keep smoking, with a stop date of 13th April 2015. I wasn't really given any advice about the medicine, other than it may cause bad/vivid dreams. I came home and did some research myself. Days 1, 2, 3 were just fine - no changes at all. Day 4 I started to not enjoy my smokes so much. Days 7-10 I felt exhausted, headachey, tearful, moody, having horrendously black dreams involving murder and my husband cheating - this led to paranoia that he really was cheating. I stopped them two days ago and still feel very low in mood, withdrawn, tearful, and so tired. Please be very aware of the side effects and ask close ones to monitor your moods."

• Big...
• August 20, 2013

For Smoking Cessation "I have been a heavy smoker for 30 years, from 20 mg to 40 mg per day. I have tried every possible way to give up, using nicotine replacement therapy, hypnosis, and laser therapy to name but a few. Even losing my own father to that horrible, smoking-related, premature death caused by 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, I 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."

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

For Smoking Cessation "At 11:55 pm 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."

• kin...
• January 4, 2015

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

• Dia...
• 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 from 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."

• Geo...
• 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 in the first 2 weeks, so tired, but all worth it. Will never smoke again. I highly recommend Champix, it works."

• Smo...
• 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 sitting around smokers anymore! I can't believe this stuff works! Bit of nausea, no vivid dreams. Worth it!!!"

• She...
• September 29, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "Well, I am 55 years old, smoking since I was 19. I was up to 3 packs a day. I just finished week 3 of Champix and can't believe it. No cravings, no crazy side effects. No smoking, no weight gain!!! Amazed. I truly can't say enough."

• Van...
• 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!"

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

For Smoking Cessation "Besides a little nausea and jitters for the first week, everything went smooth for me. I have smoked heavily for 25 years, with no real intentions of quitting. My health had gone downhill the past couple of 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."

• Chu...
• 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 in the 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!!!!"

• Cil...
• 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 and not give in if you really want to quit! A few horrible side effects for a couple of months are 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 am so happy not to be addicted to this drug anymore. Do it, what have you got to lose?"

• Gel...
• 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 the lot. 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."

• 170...
• February 10, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "I am on day 13 of using Champix and finally found the courage to stop. I have been down to 5-10 cigs in the last 2 days but couldn't seem to kick them. Then today, hey presto, no cigs! I know it's the first day, so not under any illusions, but feeling extremely confident and relaxed. I have tried everything to stop smoking with no effect, so really happy at the moment. Have smoked for 25 years!"

• Por...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 25, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "I am on day 11 of Champix and haven’t smoked for the past 4 days. I cannot recommend this product enough. I have not had any side effects, so I suppose it is just different for everyone. I can say I was a serial quitter, I think every other week I was stopping and could never get past day 3. I have tried every NRT going, and it just didn’t work for me like this did. I still have cravings for the habit, not the nicotine on the Champix, but they are nowhere near like it was trying to stop with other methods. I would actually say from experience that quitting this way has been a lot calmer than any other, as I would always be so angry and agitated trying other methods. I will touch base here a few weeks after I have finished the course to let you know if I am still smoke-free."

• Gyp...
• 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."

• Nun...
• 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!"