Chantix and Vivid Dreams: What Users Say (Page 5)

• boo...
• February 14, 2008

For Smoking Cessation "Starting 4th week, Sat. Only smoke when I drink alcohol. Even then, don't crave, doing it out of habit. Am going to stop consuming alcohol for a while. It makes me feel weird on the meds anyway. Also, when I smoke, I get a headache and sometimes nausea/dizzy. I am amazed at the lack of withdrawal symptoms. Constipation, some gas, vivid dreams, sleep a lot sometimes. I think that has a lot to do with no more nicotine. Overall, feeling great. Breathing better, more relaxed, will continue the program."

• Lis...
• July 26, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "This is just an update. I would like to encourage those who have just begun Champix. I began taking the medication on the 26th of December, and I am now 7 months smoke-free. The medication is amazing. The first few weeks required an incredible amount of willpower, the dreams and nausea I experienced were worth every second. Now, 7 months smoke-free after 14 years and feeling amazing. I cannot recommend Champix enough. Stick with it!"

• Snu...
• September 12, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I am a 58-year-old woman and it took me three tries at three different times in my life, but as of March 2015, I have not had a cigarette. The only side effect for me was very vivid dreams, but I kinda liked them. Thanks to the Pfizer Corporation for giving them to me free due to my low income, because without Chantix I have no doubt I would still be smoking. Thank you, Pfizer. God bless."

• Wil...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 6, 2013

For Smoking Cessation "It really works! I smoked or dipped daily for the past twenty years. I was on Chantix for six weeks and have been nicotine-free for five weeks. Crazy dreams and very irritable, so decided to stop Chantix. It does its job!"

• Not...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 17, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "I am 35 years old and have been a smoker since I was 13, quitting once due to pregnancy. I was up to a pack and a half of cigarettes a day, and one day I just had enough. I talked to my doctor about Chantix. I started Chantix on April 24, 2015, and by day 3, I was down to about 2 cigarettes a day, mostly because they were there, not because I wanted them. I lost my best friend on May 10, 2015, and on the 18th, I smoked my last cigarette that morning. I haven't touched one since, and I am only taking one Chantix every other day. Chantix really is the miracle drug. I am concerned about the long-term effects of this drug, but the only thing I have had is vivid dreams (but not bad), constipation, and the gas is horrible, but I can deal with that."

• Cou...
• May 31, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I have been a smoker for 10 years. I am at the end of my 4th week on Chantix and have been nicotine-free for 6 days! I still have the urge to smoke when I initially get in my car to go somewhere or after I eat, but the craving subsides surprisingly easily and rather quickly. I take one tablet in the morning and at night (be sure to eat and let your food settle before you take the morning dose to prevent the nausea!). I do feel more tired than usual and cranky during week 2, but not unmanageable. I've been having vivid dreams, but good ones! I'm dreaming in color and wanting to go back to sleep to find out what happens next! I've tried everything before Chantix. I haven't had any depression episodes, though it is a known side effect. No medicine is a one size fits all, so if you do take it or don't, understand that the reactions aren't the same for everyone. I would suggest if you try it to take it exactly as prescribed and visit your doctor regularly to monitor how it affects you."

• Tmh...
• February 7, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "I've smoked for 19 years, and I am amazed at how well Chantix has worked! I don't even want a cigarette. The only side effect was the dreams, and they weren't crazy, just weird and constant, it kind of was funny to tell people about them the next day. Personally, I'd recommend it!"

• Flo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 20, 2013

For Smoking Cessation "Have been smoking since 14 and now almost 50. My family dislikes the fact that I smoke - the health risks mainly, but also the smell. I'm only on day 10 of taking Champix, but I must say how impressed I am. Had my last cigarette 5 days ago. I have had a few odd dreams, but nothing scary at all, just odd. Today was a hard day as it's Sunday and I'm not my busiest, however, I got through it (almost bought a 10-pack). Did some breathing exercises, which helped, and have started to suck ice cubes when I get a craving - which only lasts about 3 minutes. So far, so good. Fingers and toes crossed I will succeed, but after reading some of the comments on here, it looks like I will. Will keep you posted. Good luck, everyone."

• eri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 3, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "I smoked at least two packs a day before trying Chantix. I had tried to quit before, but I had a feeling of rage and depression when I wasn't smoking. I started taking the medication, and around 8 days in, the thought of smoking would almost make me sick. When I would smoke, there was no satisfaction to be had. I did experience strange dreams and actually had a few blisters in my mouth. I called my doctor, who said to continue treatment despite the side effects. The side effects were definitely worth the outcome. I have been tobacco-free for almost three years now. I've even gone two years without even a single cold, which I contribute to no longer smoking."

• Kyl...
• April 26, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "I have been taking this for 3 days now. It has been helping me cut back tremendously. On a side note, it has made me feel irritable during the day, and I have had crazy dreams during the night. Nothing I can't deal with, so I am going to continue taking it."

• sno...
• November 21, 2007

For Smoking Cessation "I started taking Chantix in April of 2007. I had been a smoker for 44 years. I took it the full 3 months. After the second month, I think I could have quit, but was afraid I'd start again. I haven't smoked since June 16th. I did have a few dreams, but nothing that bad. I wasn't witchy, being nice here, lol, and I didn't eat all the time. In fact, I gained a total of 3 lbs. I guess it works on that too. I still get small cravings, nothing bad. I can breathe much better now. It's great. No bad side effects."

• tet...
• August 27, 2013

For Smoking Cessation "Started smoking when I was 16 years old. Since taking Chantix for about 3 months, I haven't smoked at all. The first week I cut down from a pack a day to maybe 7 a day. Since then, I have not smoked at all. Chantix worked great for me. Sometimes it makes me sick to my stomach after I take it. And I have had very weird, vivid dreams. But I will take the side effects over smoking!"

• Sun...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 19, 2019

For Smoking Cessation "I’m in my mid-50s and have smoked for 40 years. I began Chantix on October 28, and my last cigarette was on November 3. I’m in week 8 of the medication. I’ve always had nausea, especially with the evening dose, but taking it after I eat has helped. Some weird dreams, but not too disturbing. Lately, I’ve been experiencing some heart palpitations and almost a feeling of forgetting to breathe, then a gasp for air. I was thinking of stopping the Chantix, but not sure I’m ready yet. Oddly, what helps is that I carry 1 cigarette with me and know in my mind that if I end up smoking it, I’ll buy a full pack and be back where I was!"

• Bri...
• June 10, 2016

For Smoking Cessation "I started taking Chantix once I started my new job. I normally smoke a pack-a pack and a half a day. And just about everything is a trigger for me. I literally live 20 minutes away from work, and I'll smoke 2 cigarettes there and at home. I've always been the type to smoke half a cigarette and then throw it out because I didn't want it anymore, but then 10 minutes later I would light up another one. I'm on day 15 now, and I've cut down to about half a pack a day. I'm trying to quit completely, but I'm having a hard time getting the timing right. (I am a freak when it comes to wasting money, weird I know considering I smoke). The first few days I had very vivid nightmares. But that's about it for side effects."

• cry...
• February 8, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I just started my second week of Chantix, and I'm feeling very angry, short-tempered, just not my usual happy-go-lucky self. Also been experiencing strange dreams and not being able to fall asleep or stay asleep very long. Still craving cigarettes about the same. Going to continue to use in hopes that I will quit smoking. Good luck to everyone else on it."

• H92...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 29, 2013

For Smoking Cessation "I'm on Day 8 of Chantix. I have smoked for twenty years and tried several other methods without success. My best friend is also taking it at the same time. The dreams are vivid. I'm very tired. I've also had headaches, which are not typical for me. I'm light sensitive and so dizzy that I feel unsafe driving or working at times. However, I've continued to take one pill a day instead of the two. I'm now on 1 mg. I have noticed less cravings. I'm so miserable that I'm gonna stop smoking just so I can quit this medication. Oh, and I forget, depressed. Wish you all luck!"

• msm...
• July 8, 2007

For Smoking Cessation "It has been 5 weeks since I have had a cigarette. I feel great! I have tried Zyban, the patch, the gum, Nicotrol, and every other product to try to quit smoking and failed. I have smoked for 30 years at a pack and a half a day. I can't believe how easy it is. I have told everyone I know that smokes, and now they are buying Chantix to quit too. My only side effects are dreams and nightmares every night. I plan to use Chantix for the full 6 months as I don't plan to go back to smoking."

• Sco...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 25, 2018

For Smoking Cessation "I used Chantix for 4 weeks, and aside from the vivid dreams, it worked like it said it would. I had a lot of vivid dreams and light sleep. However, every time I smelled cigarettes, I would get sick to my stomach, and I still have that feeling today. It definitely made me quit after smoking for 23 years. If you are serious about quitting, this is definitely a good way to do it."

• Anonymous
• October 12, 2012

For Smoking Cessation "If it wasn't for Chantix, I may not have stopped smoking, as this was my last resort. In the past, I've quit, but only lasted several days, then I went back to it. I have now completed my 3rd week and have been smoke-free for the last two. Stopped smoking completely after day 5. Some of the side effects were/are slight nausea, joint pain in the hip area, strange dreams, a few 'nightmares,' but nothing worth stopping the program for, heartburn, and burping (I think has to do with the heartburn). I suggest drinking a lot of water and staying away from coffee (assuming you smoke with your morning coffee). I also started exercising regularly 4-5 days a week, an hour and a half a day. Thank you, Chantix. Good luck to you all, future non-smokers!!!"

• Thr...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 23, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "Started working really fast. Went from a pack and a half a day to three cigs or less in a week. I was thrilled. Week two, I started getting really weird and vivid dreams. I also woke up one night, after going to sleep completely sober, with a fully prepped microwave burrito next to me that I didn't recall making. I found all this to be amusing, even enjoyable. Week three, I became very withdrawn. My girlfriend said I was becoming irritable, that I was hallucinating. She begged me to get off it, but I was blind to the symptoms she stated. I strongly suspect night terrors born from this drug and hallucinations."

• Thr...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 23, 2017

For Smoking Cessation "Started working really fast. Went from a pack and a half a day to three cigs or less in a week. I was thrilled. Week two, I started getting really weird and vivid dreams. I also woke up one night, after going to sleep completely sober, with a fully prepped microwave burrito next to me that I didn't recall making. I found all this to be amusing, even enjoyable. Week three, I became very withdrawn. My girlfriend said I was becoming irritable, that I was hallucinating. She begged me to get off it, but I was blind to the symptoms she stated. I strongly suspect night terrors born from this drug and hallucinations."

• Mss...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 14, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "I have been smoking for 30+ years and quit using Chantix. The only side effects for me were the nausea and wild dreams. Knowing the outcome was better than the side effects, I took it for 2 weeks, got through the hardest part, and moved forward smoke-free. If you get side effects and are determined to stop smoking, it will help!"

• Bre...
• October 9, 2007

For Smoking Cessation "I am on the 3rd week of taking Chantix. Stopped smoking completely after the 1st week and have not had any craving or urge to smoke. Nausea and dreams are manageable, BUT!!! I am constantly constipated, bloated, and gassy – these are very bad, embarrassing side effects, people. I will finish the 1st month with a lower dosage (1 pill a day) and will stop taking Chantix."

• dbi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 7, 2015

For Smoking Cessation "At 47 years old, I had a heart attack and had to quit smoking. Dr. prescribed Chantix. I had never heard of it before then. After 12 days and after carefully following instructions, I had quit smoking. Not only had I quit a 2-pack-a-day habit, it was as though I had never smoked in my life. No after-dinner cravings, no stuck-in-traffic lighting up, nothing. Side effects were minimal for me. Some odd dreams, but no nightmares. Went to a baseball game with the Flintstones. That sort of thing. It's totally worth a shot. May not work for everybody, but everybody who smokes and wants to quit should give Chantix a shot. If it doesn't work for you, then do what my wife, who felt she should quit so she doesn't smoke near me, did. Cold turkey!"

• Mai...
• August 14, 2009

For Smoking Cessation "I wasn't 100% ready to quit, but Chantix took over where my willpower could not. I only took the full dose for a week before cutting the pills in half. I had nausea (about 30 minutes even with a full meal and 8 oz. of water), gas/bloating, vivid dreams for the first 2 weeks. Week 3 has been interesting: I'm not able to go back to sleep after 1 a.m., I can't control my emotions (intense anger, then sobbing, then laughing). I was 'scary,' as my husband put it. The good news is I'm starting to wean myself off as of this morning and truly believe I'm over smoking. Good luck to all who take this-but make sure you have a great support group to ensure you are emotionally okay through the process."