Varnisam 0.5 Tablet

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Composition FOR Varnisam 0.5mg Tablet

Varenicline(0.5mg)

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lactation interaction for Varnisam Tablet

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Varnisam 0.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Varnisam 0.5 Tablet.
UNSAFE
Varnisam 0.5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Varnisam 0.5 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Varnisam 0.5mg Tablet

Varenicline(0.5mg)

Varnisam tablet uses

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How varnisam tablet works

Varnisam 0.5 Tablet is a smoking cessation aid. It works by mimicking the effect of nicotine by binding to the nicotine receptors in the brain. This reduces the urge to smoke, relieves withdrawal symptoms, and helps you quit smoking.

Common side effects of varnisam tablet

Nausea, Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Abnormal dreams, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

SUBSTITUTES FOR Varnisam Tablet

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Varnisam Tablet

  • Varenicline helps you to quit smoking by reducing the craving for a cigarette and the irritable feeling that occurs when you stop smoking.
  • In addition, counselling should be done to increase the chances of a successful quit attempt.
  • Quitting smoking can lower your chances of having lung disease, heart disease or getting certain types of cancer that are related to smoking.
  • Varenicline can make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Stop taking Varenicline and inform your doctor if you notice sudden mood and behavior changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases, fits (seizures), or other mental disorders.

Frequently asked questions FOR Varnisam 0.5mg Tablet

Varenicline

Q. Is Varnisam 0.5 Tablet an anti-depressant?
No, Varnisam 0.5 Tablet is not an anti-depressant medicine. It belongs to a class of medicines known as smoking cessation aids. It does not contain any nicotine. It blocks the action of nicotine in your brain and helps to reduce cravings. It also helps with the withdrawal symptoms associated with giving up smoking. Quitting smoking feels like a loss as people associate smoking with pleasure but Varnisam 0.5 Tablet is not an antidepressant.
Q. What's the best time of day to take Varnisam 0.5 Tablet?
You can take Varnisam 0.5 Tablet at any time of the day. However, it is advised to take the medicine at the same time each day so that you remember taking it. Initially, it is prescribed once daily and then twice, morning and evening. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Check with your doctor if you are not sure or if you have any queries.
Q. Does Varnisam 0.5 Tablet affect sleep?
Yes, Varnisam 0.5 Tablet may cause sleepiness. It may also cause dizziness, trouble in concentrating, and transient loss of consciousness. You should avoid driving, operating complex machinery, or engaging in any potentially hazardous activity until and unless you know how this medicine affects you.
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Q. Can you just stop Varnisam 0.5 Tablet?
If you really want to quit smoking you should continue taking Varnisam 0.5 Tablet as advised by your doctor. However, if you experience serious side effects or if you are not sure consult your doctor. Sudden discontinuation of Varnisam 0.5 Tablet in some cases have resulted in irritability and sleep disturbances. In such cases, gradual tapering of Varnisam 0.5 Tablet is recommended.
Q. Can I take Varnisam 0.5 Tablet and nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), together?
Yes, you can take both together for better results, as they do not interfere with working of each other. However, taking these medicines together is not recommended since there are increased chances of side effects, which might force you to stop all treatment together. The side effects include nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, upset stomach, and tiredness.
Q. How should I take Varnisam 0.5 Tablet?
Take it as prescribed by your doctor. Take it after a meal with a full glass of water. Swallow the medicine without breaking or crushing. There are 3 ways which can help you quit with Varnisam 0.5 Tablet. Firstly, choosing a quit date when you will stop smoking and start taking Varnisam 0.5 Tablet 1 week prior to that date. Secondly, take Varnisam 0.5 Tablet for 12 weeks. Pick a date to quit smoking between days 8 and 35 of treatment and take it for 12 weeks. Lastly, if you are sure that you are not able or willing to quit smoking right away, start taking Varnisam 0.5 Tablet and reduce smoking during the first 12 weeks of treatment. Aim to quit smoking by the end of 12 week. An additional 12 weeks of treatment is recommended for successful quitters to increase the likelihood of complete cessation of smoking.
Q. Can I continue smoking while on Varnisam 0.5 Tablet?
If you really want to quit smoking, it is best to first decide on a quit date and stick to it. Initially the process to quit smoking may seem very difficult. However, for the first 1-2 weeks you can continue smoking. Continuing to smoke after your ‘quit date’ is not dangerous but will mean that you are less likely to quit successfully. Varnisam 0.5 Tablet may help you in the process as it reduces the effect of cigarettes if you do smoke when on treatment.
Q. Can I take again if I took it before and did not quit?
Speak to your doctor about whether another course of Varnisam 0.5 Tablet will be right for you. Another course can only be started if you are motivated to quit smoking and were not able to do so during prior Varnisam 0.5 Tablet treatment for reasons other than side effects or you returned to smoking after quitting.

Content on this page was last updated on 07 July, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)