Varenicline

Varenicline is a smoking-stopping agent. These drugs work in brain by inhibiting the effects of smoking fun. This decreases the urge to smoke.

Indications:
Helping to stop smoking.

Dosage:

    1. 1 mg by mouth (orally) 2 times a day, followed by titration for 1 week.
    2. Days 1-3: 0.5 mg by mouth (orally), 1 times daily
    3. Days 4-7: 0.5 mg by mouth (orally), 2 times daily
    4. Day 8-end of the treatment: 1 mg by mouth (orally), 2 times daily
    5. Duration: 3-6 months


Implementation:
Starting dose 1-2 weeks before the target quit date.

Side Effects:
Nausea, insomnia, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, strange dreams, fatigue, abdominal discomfort, increased appetite.

Special Instructions:
Use with caution in patients with renal dysfunction, those who are undergoing dialysis and patients with serious psychiatric illness