Using it:

• Oral tablet.
• You can start by taking Varenicline Pfizer for at least one week before you stop smoking or stop smoking between 8 and 35 days of using Varenicline Pfizer.
• Important to complete the 12-week course.

 Good Points:

• Easy to use.
• Twice daily dosing.
• Can reduce the urge to smoke and remove the pleasure associated with smoking.

 Things to think about:

• Should not be used with other stop smoking medications.
• Common adverse effects may include nausea, abnormal dreams and sleep disturbance.
• If you experience changes in mood or behaviour, stop taking Varenicline Pfizer and contact your health care worker immediately.

 Free and available:

• One 3 month course fully funded every year (subject to Special Authority Criteria) on prescription from your GP.

 Not suitable for:

• Children/young people under the age of 18 years.
• Do NOT use if pregnant, breastfeeding or allergic to it.