Chantix can be used in different ways to help you stop smoking. Talk to your doctor to see which approach may work best for you. Most people pick a “quit date” and take the medication as directed by their doctor. Once you start taking varenicline, your doctor may suggest that you slowly increase your dose over time to prevent side effects.
The starter pack comes in 0.5 mg and 1mg tabs. You should only increase your dose when instructed.
You may or may not smoke depending on your treatment method. It is important to stop smoking by your end date. It can help to simply slowly reduce how often you need to smoke.
Until your urge is eliminated completely. Talk to your doctor if you find you cannot stop smoking even with medical treatment and counseling.
Do not stop taking varenicline unless instructed to do so by your doctor. You may need to keep taking it even if you have managed to stop smoking by your end date.