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New and wondering about Chantix

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deleted_user
Hi. I'm new to this group but not to DS.
Ive been thinking about quitting for a few months and now they are raising the per pack taxes by $1.63 on July 1. That's all the motivation I need.

I had quit once in the past by stepping down with gum and patches then I discovered Zyban and went on that and two weeks later I was quit.

I stayed away for 3yrs but went back.

Ive been back about 9yrs now.

I have an appt on July 2nd to get Chantix. I hope that none of my other meds will interact with Chantix and that it wont be a problem to get this med.

I'm just wondering if anyone has used Chantix or knows anything about it?

Any tips or suggestions would be great.

Due to hubby's time off of work, (I wanna suffer alone lol) I will not start Chantix until July 8 and hope for a July 15 quit day.
MayberryDeb
MayberryDeb
Hi Jen and welcome to the 'family' of quitters. I quit a 37+ year habit with the help of Chantix and this wonderful,amazing support group. Chantix isn't for everybody as it CAN mess with your emotions(which are a mess already from quitting) but it worked wonders for me. There are a lot of possible adverse reactions but the ONLY side effect I had were very,VERY bizarre dreams. Make sure you tell your doctor about each and every med you take. I am so happy that you are planning this quit as the most successful quits are planned in advance. Check out our sub group "Good Posts" as it is filled with excellent advise and information. Join us daily for Roll Call and when you do quit, join us for Pledge. It really helps to keep yourself accountable. Remember that you are not alone in this. We have ALL been where you are and are willing to help in any way we can.
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deleted_user
Thanks MayberryDeb!
LiliannB
LiliannB
Hi Jen...Good on hearing from ya and wanting to quit..I want to say be carefull with Chantix.. I had tried it back in 2000 and gosh, It made me mentally sick ..and had vivid dreams and all...Never again will I use pills for smoking helps...So be very aware of your choice,,If you have any mental health issues, it won't work...Trust me..It won't. So please talk with your doctor on the safest way on quitting...Best of luck to you.

Liliann
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deleted_user
Thanks for the heads up Lillian. Glad to see you on this board!
nyjeri
nyjeri
Hello everyone, I too am not new to this site but I am to the group. I quit smoking yrs ago and stayed quit for 5 yrs. I did it cold turkey after 30 some yrs of smoking. Then I met a smoker, lol living in the same abode as a smoker made it so easy for me to go back. So I have been back to it for 2 yrs until 6/6/13. I quit again and used Chantix but not long enough to see if it would bother me .. I stopped using it after 4 days and so far Im holding on .. good luck J
Jenalone.
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deleted_user
Thank you.

Stay strong, you are doing great!
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