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Champix (varenicline)
Champix (varenicline tartrate) is a prescription anti-smoking drug manufactured by Pfizer. Champix has been approved for use in the UK and other European countries under the brand name Champix, while in the US it is sold under the Chantix brand name. Champix helps smokers quit in 2 different ways. Firstly, it works to reduce the severity of a smoker’s urge to smoke. Secondly, it can also alleviate many of the withdrawal symptoms from nicotine.
Champix is twice as effective as the only other pre-existing smoking cessation treatment Zyban and has become the most popular option for smokers looking to quit since its launch in 2007. Champix should be taken over a 12 week period, after which you should have comfortably quit your habit. You may be prescribed a further 12 week treatment if you still feel the strong urge to smoke or have not been able to quit fully.
Champix is a prescription only medication. You can purchase Champix online at 121doc if you complete an online consultation, which is then checked by one of our team of doctors. If they decide that you are suitable for this medication, a prescription will be issued and your order will be processed.
How Champix works?
Champix contains varenicline tartrate as the main ingredient. Champix works in the brain and acts in 2 ways – by stopping cravings for nicotine and reducing withdrawal symptoms. Champix binds to some nicotine receptors in the brain and influences the release of dopamine, which is mainly responsible for the pleasure that smokers derive out of smoking.
Champix dosages
Before you buy Champix you need to decide a date from when you will quit smoking. Champix varenicline is available in strengths of 0.5mg and 1.0mg tablets. A smoker who is recommended Champix medication to help him/her to quit smoking should start with its lower dosage. However, it is best to follow the doctor’s directions while taking champix varenicline dosages to avoid any major undesirable side effects.
Champix varenicline is generally recommended for a period of 12 weeks. From day 1 to day 3 of you starting the Champix varenicline medication, you should take 0.5mg tablet once a day. From day 4 to day 7, you should take 1 0.5mg tablet 2 times in a day.
From day 8 to day 14, Champix varenicline dosage should be 1.0mg tablet taken twice daily. And from day 15 up to the end of the treatment, you should continue with the 1.0mg tablet 2 times in a day.
These tablets are film-coated with the 0.5mg tablets in white colour and 1.0mg tablets in light blue colour.
What are Champix Varenicline side effects?
The most common side effects include constipation, stomach ache, indigestion, and changes in taste. Some people on the varenicline treatment may also suffer headaches, unusual dreams, or heart palpitations. However, these varenicline side effects are rare and if patients experience any such symptoms, they should immediately report to their GPs to avoid further problems.
Champix Varenicline and smoking
It has gone through several clinical trials and proved to be an effective and successful treatment for smoking cessation Here is the proof:
- After 12 weeks, 44% of patients who were receiving this medicine had quit smoking.
- In the extended trial of nine to 52 weeks, Varenicline showed a 22% success rate with patients quitting smoking. Zyban only has 16% patients giving up cigarettes while only 8.4% of patients of placebo gave up the habit.
It is really simple to buy it online and get started on treatment for quit smoking. However it is very hard to stick to that treatment regimen. Doctors usually recommend treatment with varenicline for 12 weeks. Clinical trials have shown that varenicline is effective within this 12 week period, the effects vary from person to person and depending on your results, the doctor might recommend another 12 weeks of treatment.
How to buy Varenicline?
In order to buy varenicline, you will need to obtain a valid prescription from a registered doctor. In the UK, it is available in all licensed pharmacies. Some people may opt for online consultation from a licensed online clinic that sells varenicline online.
It has been proven effective in clinical trials and through actual use by those who individuals who are serious about quitting. If you too are serious about switching over to a smoke free life, you should find out all about varenicline. Click here to buy varenicline now and take an online consultation.
