How to Stop Smoking with Chantix
Chantix is a prescription medication that has been shown to be an effective aid in smoking cessation. Chantix attaches to the nicotine receptor sites in the brain and prevents the nicotine molecule from binding with them. This makes the nicotine less effective and reduces the pleasure attained from smoking. Your doctor can determine if Chantix is appropriate for you and explain its use and side effects.
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Instructions
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Choose a date that you want to quit smoking, and begin taking Chantix 7 days before your quit date. This will allow the medication time to build up in your body. You can continue smoking during this time.
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Take one white (0.5-mg) tablet per day during the first 3 days. Always take Chantix after eating and with a full 8-ounce glass of water.
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Take two white tablets per day---one in the morning and one in the evening---on days four through seven.
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Stop smoking on day seven. If you smoke afterwards, quit again and continue the entire 12-week program.
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Take two blue (1-mg) tablets per day---one in the morning and one in the evening---for the remaining 11 weeks.
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Consult your doctor about continuing Chantix after 12 weeks.
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Tips & Warnings
Consult with your doctor about possible side effects before beginning treatment with Chantix.
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