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Dark Thoughts 2 weeks into Champix

Posted in Quit experiences
schedule 26 Mar 2013

Hi there, I'm really looking for some advice. I'm two weeks into champix, 7 days non smoking. I would like to say I'm over the moon about this, but instead I'm pretty flat. 

I've been so down and having some pretty dark and, dear I say it, suicidal thoughts. After some reading I've seen I'm not alone... 

Do I stop taking these pills?

Any advice greatly appreciated.

By Reggie
schedule 27 Mar 2013

Hi Frankie, I've heard some fairly scary stories about people taking champix, I'm on day 4 and all good so far..... My advise is to call your doctor. Some people have suicidal thoughts while takings these tablets, so please call or see your doctor ASAP.

schedule 28 Mar 2013

Talk to your doc as soon as possible. Dark depressing thoughts are a definite side effect, but you don't want to wait it out without seeking professional help. It can get pretty nasty. Been there! All the best, look after yourself.

schedule 2 Apr 2013

Hey there frankie... How are you going now.? Did you see your doctor, did you stop the tablets...?anyway I hope you're well..

By Karma
schedule 4 Apr 2013

Hi Frankie, I read your story and could relate to it, I had champix for 14 days just to get me through the first week with no smokes, I have the Nicorette gum, it helps, I am 68 days smoke free, after many attempts.2 years ago I hat to take tablets against depression from champix, so this time I just took them to get me over the first hard week and now I struggle like every one else to stay of the smoke