Question 1

champix side effects?

Accepted Answer

Chantix: The fda requires a black box warning for chantix. Per http://www.Aboutlawsuits.Com/chantix-black-box-suicide-warning-4684/ "a boxed warning will notify consumers that the smoking cessation drug may ^ the risk of changes in behavior, depression, hostility ; suicidal thoughts.".

Question 2

hi there, i am a smoker and want to give up smoking. could i please get a script for champix?

Accepted Answer

If you can sign up, : then we can. We are a fee for service organization. I've no idea how we do this across the world.

Question 3

can i get a prescription for champix online?

Accepted Answer

From one's own Dr.?: Generally, smoking cessation drugs need an in-person visit with one's primary care doctor for initiation of therapy.
If wanting to just TALK with a doctor in a private consultation, try our private video consultation where a doctor sees you on video via smartphone, tablet, or laptop. The fee is for the doctor's advice, regardless of whether or not medications are prescribed.

Question 4

taking champix while on seriquel xr? is it safe?

Accepted Answer

Chantix: No direct interactions but use with caution due to possible rapid mood changes on chantix.

Question 5

what should i do if i can't sleep since i stopped taking champix?

Accepted Answer

Sleep hygiene tips: Agree w dr. Ali.  Here are highlights. Retire & rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark & cool & use only for sex & sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs & no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized & finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk, chamomile tea or melatonin along w light reading, &gt;.

Question 6

can playing chess improve your iq? garry kasprov who was a world champion was considered to have the highest iq in the world! i been playing 2 years

Accepted Answer

Interesting: Good training in memory, anticipation, concentration, and perhaps the tests used to try to assess ones iq. As best we can. 
Some internal factors may not be affected.

Some smart people also like chess and play well.

Question 7

my husband is a heavy smoker, he was wondering if he could get champix without seeing our gp? we are happy to pay whatever.

Accepted Answer

Varenicline: requires a prescription. So you would need to be under medical care to get a prescription.

Question 8

i am due to have a general anesthetic in two days time, am on fourth day of champix, should i stop taking until after operation?

Accepted Answer

Not a problem: Don't take your medicines on the morning of surgery unless you are instructed to do so.  Otherwise, Champix should not be a problem

Question 9

does champix really worsen depression? some online sources say it doesn't really, while others say there have been 100s of completed suicides from it.

Accepted Answer

Chantix: A number of healthtip doctors have written that they have had universally good results treating patients with chantix. I on the other hand, have seen some patients reacte with strong suicidal ideations (; homicidal ideations in one patient). The n number is small - but it is enough for me to proceed very cautiously with patients.

Question 10

hello from puerto rico.  i know this kid who is 13 with osgood schlatter.  the kid is puerto rico's traditional taekwon-do champion.  he would like to keep practicing but the pain is a lot.  what do you recommend?  he is a little depressed.

Accepted Answer

Osgood-Schatter: This is a disorder common in rapidly growing teens, that although painful during this period, has no long term effects on growth.  Management is supportive and preventative, such as using shin guards for sports activities, NSAID medications such as Motrin/Advil, and applying ice packs when actively painful.

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Champix side effects?

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Hi there, i am a smoker and want to give up smoking. could i please get a script for champix?

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Can i get a prescription for champix online?

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Taking champix while on seriquel xr? is it safe?

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What should i do if i can't sleep since i stopped taking champix?

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Can playing chess improve your iq? garry kasprov who was a world champion was considered to have the highest iq in the world! i been playing 2 years

A member asked:

My husband is a heavy smoker, he was wondering if he could get champix without seeing our gp? we are happy to pay whatever.

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I am due to have a general anesthetic in two days time, am on fourth day of champix, should i stop taking until after operation?

A member asked:

Does champix really worsen depression? some online sources say it doesn't really, while others say there have been 100s of completed suicides from it.

A member asked:

Hello from puerto rico. i know this kid who is 13 with osgood schlatter. the kid is puerto rico's traditional taekwon-do champion. he would like to keep practicing but the pain is a lot. what do you recommend? he is a little depressed.

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