Question 1

what are the side effects of chantix

Accepted Answer

A few: The most common side effects are nausea and vivid dreams.  There is data that Chantix can cause irrational thoughts, possibly increasing the risk of suicide, but I have not seen this clinically. The medicine blocks nicotine receptors in the brain.  Years of exposure to the chemicals in tobacco smoke, then blocking those chemical receptors, can cause many side effects, depending on the patient.

Question 2

can anyone feel as if they are going to die from all the side effects of chantix like i do?

Accepted Answer

Chantix SE's: If you have suicidal or  homicidal ideations while on Chantix please get emergency medical treatment. Chantix can have severe mental health side effects.

Question 3

what are some of the side effects of the medication chantix?

Accepted Answer

Many: Common side effects include nausea, insomnia, headaches, and abnormal dreams. More serious effects include depression, suicidality, agitation, behavioral disorders, swelling, and others.

Question 4

what are the residual side effects are after taking chantix?

Accepted Answer

Really none: Have been reported that persist after the drug is stopped. There is a great deal of controversy over whether suicidal thoughts or actions are truly increased with chantix, since such thoughts/actions occur in people stopping smoking in general, and not all studies have shown this. Same with the cardiac problems. I have mostly seen vivid dreams and nightmares, and they have gone away after stopping.

Question 5

which side-effects has chantix caused people in regards to sex?

Accepted Answer

None directly: Chantix does not directly cause sexual side effects, but it can cause abnormal behavior and psychiatric instability.  In addition, it can cause unusual dreams.

Question 6

can someone tell me how long will these chantix side effects last?

Accepted Answer

Depends,: Usually less than a week.

Question 7

can i take vicoden while taking chantix no side effects to chantix except upset stomacch when i first take it. i am 57 and in good health.

Accepted Answer

According : According to drugs.Com, there are no listed interactions for Chantix and vicodin.  However, if you have any additional concerns or questions, you should give your doctor a call.  Good luck!

Question 8

i want to take chantix to quit smoking but i'm afraid that it will affect other things! what are the side effects?

Accepted Answer

Chantix: Chantix is an excellent medication and very effective in smoking cessation
side effects can include inducing suicidality, depression, irritability, mania
you just have to be aware of common and life threatening side effects
usually a very safe medication.

Question 9

interested in starting chantix to help me quit smoking but need to know potential side effects/interactions with current medication?

Accepted Answer

Medications: Great to hear you're trying to quit smoking. Your body will thank you in so many different ways. Regarding drug interactions, you did not list any of your meds but since this forum is for general questions/answers and not for individual advice, my suggestion is you discuss your concerns with your prescribing physician. All the best...

Question 10

can i quit taking chantix cold turkey after 3 days of .5 and 2 days 1mg.. my doctor is out of office don't like the side effects.. thank you for your knowledge in advance?

Accepted Answer

: You just took this medication for 5 days so I would not expect any withdrawal symptoms if you want to stop it.

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Can i take vicoden while taking chantix no side effects to chantix except upset stomacch when i first take it. i am 57 and in good health.

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I want to take chantix to quit smoking but i'm afraid that it will affect other things! what are the side effects?

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Interested in starting chantix to help me quit smoking but need to know potential side effects/interactions with current medication?

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Can i quit taking chantix cold turkey after 3 days of .5 and 2 days 1mg.. my doctor is out of office don't like the side effects.. thank you for your knowledge in advance?

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