Sad feelings, depression, and nicotine withdrawal Posted: 04-27-08 04:33am
resently found out my 41 year old sister
as empysema, really need to stop smoking
myself. this is my 5th day on champix and
i not stopped crying on it. i feeling very
very unhappy on this drug but also dont
wanna let it beat me. its actually working
as i really cut down but i hate feeling so
sad.
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Users who thank DoctorQuestion for this post:
StopSmoking
A sad feeling (depression) can be a side
effect from Champix (varenicline) but it
may be also due to nicotine withdrawal. If
your depressive mood becomes unbearable
and you start getting some suicidal
thoughts, you should consult your primary
health provider and even a psychiatrist,
if necessary.
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