Champix Side Effects

Champix is a prescription drug prescribed to help people stop smoking. It is taken orally and works by reducing cigarette cravings and nicotine-withdrawal symptoms, and also by lessening the satisfaction you get from smoking a cigarette. Most people who take Champix report few if any side effects, but there are some side effects known to occur in some patients taking the medication.

Drowsiness

• Champix can cause drowsiness in some patients, so be careful while driving or doing anything that requires you to be alert until you know how to medicine will affect you.

Mood Changes

• If you or people you are close to notice changes in your behavior or mood, or if you feel depressed, agitated or have suicidal thoughts, stop taking Champix and contact your doctor immediately.

Stomach and Digestive Trouble

• Nausea, stomach pain, gas, indigestion and constipation are all non-serious side effects of Champix.

Appetite

• Some people who take Champix experience an increase in appetite.

Fatigue

• Weakness and fatigue are also side effects of Champix, as are headaches.

Sleep Problems

• Insomnia or difficulty sleeping and having unusual dreams are side effects of Champix.