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Reviewer: Champix., 35-44 on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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Only thing that works is amazing gave up for 3 years started again unfortunately so back to square one. Side effects are worth the risk and different for everyone as no one feels the same.
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Reviewer: 55-64 on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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I almost quit my job as my ability to concentrate was severely limited. The feeling was very similar to the combination of benzodiazepine and opioid simultaneously. Luckily I forgot to take it long enough so as to be able to realize that it was the taking of these pills that caused the problem.
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Reviewer: I am the Walrus, 25-34 Male on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
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Although Chantix DID eliminate the urge to smoke, the psychological side effects made this drug a nightmare. The suicidal thoughts and drowsiness made it impossible to drive. And I do want to mention that I NEVER had suicidal thoughts before taking drug. I would rather smoke!
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Reviewer: Norm, 45-54 Male on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
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It has been 7years of not one smoke after 35 years of smoking it has saved my live and saved me $ a lot of loot.
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Reviewer: DaveG, 55-64 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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After 8 or 9 days I my desire to smoke faded away and I have been smoke free for a week. No side effects other than some vivid dreams which are actually quite pleasant. I recommend Chantix to anyone who wants to quit smoking. It will only work if you are motivated to stop.
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