Comments on: Chantix Helps Smokers Quit

By: Orval

Orval — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 20:12:56 +0000

No drug is perfect, but for me Chantix was a miracle. Tried to quit many times with everything. I promised myself that I would quit smoking the day I had a child. My two yr. old daughter never saw me smoking. I quit six months before she was born. It ook me eight weeks on Chantix. The common side effects that I attribute to the nicotine withdrawal were, cranky, moody , happened anyways when I didn’t have my nicotine “fix”. But it works like a charm. The urge to smoke just diminished with time until I threw away all the cigarettes, ashtrays, lighters etc. and on my sixth week I was smoke free ever since May 2008. I have seen so much Chantix bashing on the net, however, from my experience, I was saved from twenty-seven years of smoking one to two packs a day with no serious side effects. Anyways, it is safer than smoking!

By: Sandy

Sandy — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 22:36:44 +0000

How unsafe is the anti-smoking drug Chantix? After 397 FDA cases of possible psychosis, 227 domestic reports of suicidal acts, thoughts or behaviors and 28 suicides, the government banned pilots and air traffic controllers and interstate truck and bus drivers from taking Chantix in 2008. Four months later, some military pharmacies banned the drug, which reduces both cravings and smoking pleasure. In addition to Chantix’ neuropsychiatric effects (immortalized by New Bohemians musician Carter Albrecht, who was shot to death in 2007 in Texas by a neighbor after acting aggressively), Chantix is linked to angioedema, serious skin reactions, visual impairment, accidental injury, dizziness, muscle spasms, seizures and loss of consciousness.

In defending an increasingly indefensible drug, Janet Woodcock, director of the FDA Center for Drug Evaluation said last year, “Smoking is the leading cause of preventable disease, disability, and death in the United States and we know these products are effective aids in helping people quit.” True enough — but if you smoke cigarettes you can still drive an interstate truck.

By: Shane

Shane — Thu, 28 May 2009 00:42:48 +0000

Hello all, I’m a 32 year old married man that has smoked 1 1/2 packs a day for almost 14 years. I’m now on day 40 with Chantix and can tell you its the best thing that has happened to me, even with 2 very committed smokers (spouse included) living in the house there has been no desire to light up past week 1. Headaches are gone, the cigarette stink is gone, and I feel 10 years younger. I have exercised regularly for several years now and since quitting can exercise much near maximum intensity with very little to no breathlessness. I managed to lose 11 lbs this month by channeling all the extra energy into workouts. Now for the side effects, so far they have been quite livable with the following the most prominent: Transient Nausea lasting about 5-15 minutes after taking the pill, as several other people described, some pretty bizarre dreams. The most severe problem I have experienced would be a marked increase in sleepwalking and sleeptalking episodes. Overall, the medication is definitely worth trying considering the effects of tobacco products on your body.

By: admin

admin — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 08:55:44 +0000

Hi Josh and Pam.. Josh congratulations on stopping smoking. You might want to wean yourself off Chantix as soon as you can and use an alternative method as you are able. This is a Research study on Chantix that you might want to read. Pam, this study emphasizes what you were sharing. Thanks for posting your experience.

By: josh korzi

josh korzi — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:45:25 +0000

I quit smoking for three weeks with Chantix and doing great! I have had some side effects like weird dreams and nausea. But Chantix works that good they are worth it. Twenty years of smoking is enough.

By: Pam

Pam — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 03:23:27 +0000

Well I don’t want to burst anybody’s bubble but I am starting week 8 of chantix and I have had to stop using it. I have been smoke free since week 2 and so far being off the medicine hasn’t increased my cravings. I came down with the flu last week and while I was running a fever I had severe repeating dreams. I would wake up with my heart racing and just mad at the world. That lasted 4 days and the anxiety got worse everyday. I just felt like I was having a personality melt down. I am still very jittery and just in a pissy mood. So I hope I’ve been on it long enough as I haven’t had a craving for at least 2 weeks. I was glad to see on these blogs that other people have had these feeling also as they are not mentioned in the side effects. Good Luck to all

By: Mary Franchi

Mary Franchi — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 18:58:47 +0000

I am using chantix with nicotine inhalator but only using one/two cartledges per day.
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By: robbster

robbster — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 14:53:45 +0000

I wish you and your husband the best Rebekah – quitting together as a couple can be difficult but a highly bonding experience. Just remember that this quit means a new beginning for both of you!

Hugs,
robbster

By: Rebekah

Rebekah — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:42:01 +0000

Today is day 8 on Chantix for me and I have to say it definately makes a difference. My doctor instructed me to stay on it for 10 days before my quit date. Yesterday I only had 4 and was pretty comfortable. I am used to 25 to 35 per day!! I feel ready for my quit day which is coming in 3 days. My husband of 17 years is also on Chantix, but not doing as well as I am. I’m concerned that if I am able to stop and he isn’t that it will cause a rift between us. Wish me luck or better yet prayers.

By: robbster

robbster — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 19:15:56 +0000

Congratulations Mary – I will bet you feel so much better now

Cheerios,
robbster

By: Mary Franchi

Mary Franchi — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 16:18:12 +0000

Chantix is marvellous. Not prefect but by far the best solution ever. I’ve quit smoking. Now I need to get rid of the gum/sweets.

By: robbster

robbster — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 00:21:47 +0000

Thanks for dropping by Jason – will certainly drop in and read your blog!

Cheering you on – you can do this
robbster

By: Jason Lutjen

Jason Lutjen — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 22:44:46 +0000

I started Chantix today! I started a blog for readers to track my progress and for myself to reflect upon how I’ve felt throughout the process.

Best of luck to everyone! Read up on my progress here: http://www.jasonlutjen.com/blog/

By: Mary Franchi

Mary Franchi — Sun, 24 Jun 2007 15:42:45 +0000

This claim of EasywayÂ 90% or so success rate is just untrue. Nearly everyone from one smoking cessation session went on to smoke again within a day to weeks. Also is must be made clear that qiutting all at once as they suggest can have someÂ quite serious effects eg depression and anxiety leading to other symtons whichÂ are equally unpleasant.See your doctor first I suggest.

By: robbster

robbster — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 16:41:11 +0000

Hi Jackie,

Huge congrats on five years of smobriety. I have heard Chantix works wonders – I sincerely hope this will be the case for you. Please keep us posted on how you are doing and welcome to Ciggyfree!

Cheers,
robbster

By: Jackie

Jackie — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 02:58:39 +0000

I am currently chewing nicotine gum 2mg/200 pcs.approx. every week, and have been since I quit cigarettes 1-2pk/day,5 years ago I decided it was “either smoke or breathe”,now, I have to quit the gum, I am definitely addicted to nicotine (picture book classic). I have to explain to grandchildren why they can’t chew my gum,why I’m always chewing,why Its a drug that I have to have, absolutely. Its embarrassing, I might as well be chewing tobacco,spitting in a cup or dipping snuff.So, now that you have the perfect image of me , I started Chantix today, I have great hopes and determination, I have other gum to chew and share with my family. I’ll let you know, I do not miss cigarettes at all, thats one good thing I can say about the gum,but thats all, because I was and probably still am for the time being addicted to nicotine. Thanks for listening.