Uses of Champix Tablet
Quitting smoking
Champix Tablet side effects
Common
Nausea
Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Abnormal dreams
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
How to use Champix Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Champix 1 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Champix Tablet works
Champix 1 mg Tablet is a smoking cessation aid. It works by mimicking the effect of nicotine by binding to the nicotine receptors in the brain. This reduces the urge to smoke, relieves withdrawal symptoms, and helps you quit smoking.
Champix Tablet related warnings
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Champix 1 mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Champix 1 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
CAUTION
Champix 1 mg Tablet should be used with caution during breatfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Champix 1 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Champix 1 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Champix 1 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Champix 1 mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Champix 1 mg Tablet is recommended.
What if you miss a dose of Champix Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Champix 1 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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