Champix is a drug that helps ease the process of stopping smoking because it binds to nicotine receptors preventing it from stimulating the central nervous system.
The active substance of Champix is Varenicline and the medicine can be bought in conventional pharmacies in the form of tablets.
Champix price
The price of Champix is approximately 1000 reais, however, the amount may vary according to place of sale of medication.
Champix Indications
Champix is indicated to help you quit smoking.
How to use Champix
The mode of use of Champix varies according to the treatment phase, and the general recommendations are:
| Week 1 | No. of Tablets per Dose | mg per Dose | Number of doses per day |
| Day 1 to 3 | 1 | 0.5 | Once a day |
| Day 4 to 7 | 1 | 0.5 | 2 times a day, morning and evening |
| Week 2 | No. of Tablets per Dose | mg per Dose | Number of doses per day |
| Day 8 to 14 | 1 | 1 | 2 times a day, morning and evening |
| Weeks 3 to 12 | No. of Tablets per Dose | mg per Dose | Number of doses per day |
| Day 15 until the end of treatment | 1 | 1 | 2 times a day, morning and evening |
Champix side effects
The main side effects of Champix include insomnia, headache, nausea, increased appetite, dry mouth, drowsiness, excessive tiredness, dizziness, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, indigestion and flatulence.
Champix Contraindications
Champix is contraindicated for pregnant women, breast-feeding women, children under 18 years of age, as well as for patients with hypersensitivity to Varenicline Tartrate or any other component of the formula.
