Hello everyone! I'm new here and just been having rough time in general. It's my 6th day without smoking so far. I've been on the Chantix 28 days now and there is some pros but yet CONS . I've notice I have been losing my temper so quickly now. Also insomnia ,headaches, dizziness, urinating alot, extreme racing thoughts,heart throbbing, paranoia, vivid dreams , tight chest ,etc. I know you're suppose to experience new changes when quitting smoking. Just feels like I'm losing my mind! Any one experience this or worse?
First of all welcome to the Ex and congrats on 6 days smoke free. Some of what you'e describing can be Chantix side effects or withdrawal symptoms. Chantix should lessen your withdrawal, but not eliminate it completely, Have you read the prescribing information that came with the medication? It will address the side effects. Every aid to quit may not be good for everyone. I had to stop it because of GI issues many years ago. That seems like a lot of symptoms to me, but we're not medical personnel and should not give medical advice. Just to be on the safe side, I would encourage you to check with the prescribing doctor to make sure if you should continue taking it. Please let us know how you're doing.
Barb