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Varenicline (Generic)
| Chantix Varenicline Tartrate | ||||||
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| Chantix Varenicline Tartrate | ||||||
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| Varenicline Starter Pack Varenicline Tartrate | ||||||
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Varenicline
| Field | Information |
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| Generic Name | Varenicline |
| Brand Name Versions | Chantix |
| Boxed/Label Warning | Serious neuropsychiatric events (e.g., depression, suicidal thoughts) have been reported. Patients should be monitored. |
| Purpose | Smoking cessation aid |
| Mechanism of Action | Partial agonist at nicotinic acetylcholine receptors |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets |
| Available Strengths | 0.5 mg, 1 mg |
| Dosage Frequency | Twice daily after initial titration |
| Common Side Effects | Nausea, headache, insomnia, abnormal dreams |
| Serious Side Effects | Neuropsychiatric symptoms (depression, suicidal thoughts), seizures, cardiovascular events, allergic reactions |
| Drug Interactions | May increase the effects of alcohol; use caution when combined with other smoking cessation therapies |
| Important Notes | Start taking before your quit date; follow the titration schedule; report any mood changes to your doctor |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as you remember unless it is close to your next dose. Do not double the dose. |
| Alternatives | Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), Bupropion (Zyban) |
Varenicline Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
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| Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) | Provides nicotine without the harmful chemicals of cigarettes | Available in patches, gum, lozenges, inhalers, and nasal sprays. |
| Bupropion (Zyban) | Norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake inhibitor | Antidepressant medication also used for smoking cessation. |
Varenicline Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
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| Nausea | Neuropsychiatric symptoms (depression, suicidal thoughts) |
| Headache | Seizures |
| Insomnia | Cardiovascular events |
| Abnormal dreams | Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing) |
| Constipation | Angioedema |
Varenicline Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
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| Smoking Cessation | Day 1-3: 0.5 mg once daily; Day 4-7: 0.5 mg twice daily | 1 mg twice daily | Take after eating; Start 1 week before quit date. |
Varenicline Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
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| With Insurance | $30 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $200 |
| From Canada | $40 |
