Champix
Varenicline 0.5mg and 1mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of smoking cessation. A partial agonist at alpha-4-beta-2 nicotinic receptors.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1mg | 10 tablets | $42.50 | $4.25 |
| 1mg | 20 tablets | $83.40 | $4.17 |
| 1mg | 30 tablets | $122.40 | $4.08 |
| 1mg | 40 tablets | $160.00 | $4.00 |
| 1mg | 60 tablets | $234.60 | $3.91 |
| 1mg | 90 tablets | $343.80 | $3.82 |
| 1mg | 120 tablets | $441.60 | $3.68 |
| 0.5mg | 10 tablets | $26.30 | $2.63 |
| 0.5mg | 20 tablets | $51.00 | $2.55 |
| 0.5mg | 30 tablets | $76.50 | $2.55 |
| 0.5mg | 40 tablets | $96.80 | $2.42 |
| 0.5mg | 60 tablets | $139.20 | $2.32 |
| 0.5mg | 90 tablets | $203.40 | $2.26 |
| 0.5mg | 120 tablets | $265.20 | $2.21 |
- Category
- Addiction Recovery
- Active ingredient
- Varenicline
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 0.5 · 1mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Champix on your behalf.
- Condition
- Smoking Cessation
- Therapeutic class
- Smoking Cessation Aid
- Pharmacological class
- Nicotinic Receptor Partial Agonist
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to varenicline
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor for neuropsychiatric symptoms; caution with alcohol intake
- Minor side effects
- nausea; insomnia
- Moderate side effects
- vivid dreams; headache
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 12 weeks
- Storage instructions
- Store below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
- nicotine replacement therapy
- Age restrictions
- 18 years and older.
Serious side effects
suicidal ideation, requires immediate medical attention; depression, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Varenicline 0.5mg and 1mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of smoking cessation. A partial agonist at alpha-4-beta-2 nicotinic receptors.
Mechanism of action
Varenicline acts as a partial agonist at alpha-4-beta-2 nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. It stimulates these receptors to relieve nicotine withdrawal cravings while simultaneously blocking nicotine from binding to them, which reduces the reinforcing effects of smoking.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Not recommended during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Champix contains Varenicline, an active ingredient widely used for Smoking Cessation. supplied as a tablet in strengths of 0.5mg and 1mg, the therapy aims to reduce withdrawal symptoms and the gratification associated with tobacco use. Many individuals find the regimen helpful for managing physical cravings during the cessation process.
Buying Champix online
While the original brand is well recognised, generic Varenicline provides a more affordable price point for expats and people residing far from a well-stocked pharmacy. As with any medication, this is best utilised under the guidance of a doctor to ensure appropriate care.
What you will receive
Champix is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Pfizer and do not ship the original Champix.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Varenicline) at the same dose, mostly recognised branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.