{"product_id":"varenicline","title":"VARENICLINE","description":"\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVarenicline, Champix (CDN)\/Chantix (US)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription: Partial Nicotine Agonist; Smoking Cessation Aid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrand Name US:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChantix\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCanadian Equivalent:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChampix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow does this medication work? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVarenicline, Champix\/Chantix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003epartial neuronal α\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e β\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e nicotinic receptor agonist which prevents nicotine stimulation of mesolimbic dopamine system associated with nicotine addiction. It also binds to 5-HT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e receptor with moderate affinity, but the clinical significance is unknown. Varenicline stimulates dopamine activity but much less significantly than nicotine, resulting in decreased craving and withdrawal symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow should I take this medication? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDays 1 to 3: 0.5 mg once daily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDays 4 to 7: 0.5 mg twice daily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaintenance (day 8 and later): 1 mg twice daily; may consider a temporary or permanent dose reduction if usual dose is not tolerated.  Continue maintenance dose for 11 weeks (for a total of 12 weeks of treatment); if the patient successfully quits smoking at the end of 12 weeks, an additional 12-week course may increase likelihood of success.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to Take:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Follow instructions provided by physician\/pharmacy label, take consistently at same times each day unless otherwise directed, store at room temperature.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdminister after eating and with a full glass of water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou Need to Avoid:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  Avoid alcohol consumption while on this medication as it may increase risk of CNS depression and the rate of psychiatric side effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat should I watch for while using this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBefore starting Varenicline, Champix\/Chantix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emake sure your physician is aware of any allergies or medications you currently take, if you have kidney disease, cardiovascular disease, a history of seizures, are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Varenicline, Champix\/Chantix use has been association with rare but serious adverse events such as hypersensitivity reactions, somnambulism (sleepwalking), and neuropsychiatric effects such as depression and suicidal ideation.  If any behavioral changes are noted they should be reported to the prescriber immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat if I miss a dose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you miss a dose of medication, try to take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take only that scheduled dose. Do not take double or extra doses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow should I store this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep out of the reach of children at all times. Store at room temperature, 59 to 86° F (15 to 30° C). Protect from light. Keep the container tightly closed.  Properly dispose of any unused medication after the expiration date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat are the possible side effects of using this medication? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeadache, insomnia, abnormal dreams, irritability, suicidal ideation, depression, nausea, vomiting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNote this is not a complete list of side effects, only the most common ones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Generic","offers":[{"title":"0.5mg - 56 Tabs - Canada","offer_id":47160625267006,"sku":null,"price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1mg - 56 Tabs - Canada","offer_id":47160625332542,"sku":null,"price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5\/1mg - 53 tab Starter Pack - Canada","offer_id":47160670912830,"sku":"","price":255.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/0321\/7982\/files\/Varenicline0.5and1.jpg?v=1697326502","url":"https:\/\/www.advochealth.com\/products\/varenicline","provider":"AdvocHealth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}