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Chantix?

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I am new to this site and was wondering if anyone has tried chantix, If so what kind of side effects did you experience?
I plan on starting it soon and am nervous about the side effects it may have. Thanks in advance kim
Tselani
Tselani
LOTS of Chantix users here. . .so you can search way back for some of those posts.

I used it, and the only side effect I had was gas and the weird dreams. For the dreams, I found that if I took the second dose earlier in the day, I didn't dream vividly.

I never experienced the nausea, but folks recommend taking the medicine with meals. I was one of the fortunate ones that could take it on an empty stomach with no problems.

For me, it was a "miracle" drug treatment. I don't think I could've done this any other way (and still have my sanity). But, that's me.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Yes, read all the posts, it was a mirical "help" for me and I wouldn't do it any differently, other than CT, I only used Chantix 3 weeks,,everyone is different, biggest side effect to me were the dreams, like go to bed and E-ticket ride, wow, go for it stay with us we'll all help you along the way.
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deleted_user
I used Chantix as well. It caused alot of gas, sleep disturbance, and some upset stomach. These go away - somewhat. It's tolerable.
I think you will be thrilled with this product. I am smoke free after 36 years of very heavy smoking and this was my first quit! Good luck............
deleted_user
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Thanks for the replys, and I am sure I will need some encouragement a long the way. I will be starting in a few weeks. thanks again
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