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Expert: Michael Dean Date: 10/24/2007 Subject: Nicotine and Champix
Question I have smoked for 10 years and have tried at least a dozen times to quit. Started taking Champix (Chantix in the US) 9 days ago and today is my quit day... so far so good. I was just wondering if I am still addicted to nicotine (because I still smoked for the first 8 days) or does the Champix completely block the absorption of nicotine in the body?
Answer Dear Natalie,
That is great that you keep trying to quit. Many people take multiple tries, so hang in there.
Champix/Chantix blocks the action of nicotine, but it will take a week or two to be rid of the effects of nicotine addition. The big thing is to tackle the psychological part of the addiction. You should log onto Pfizer's online program for Chantix users
I'd suggest you read "The EasyWay to Quit Smoking" by Allen Carr. He explains how smoking has no positive benefit in your life and the many advantages of quitting. The book has been a best seller in Europe for many years, and you might find it useful.
Good luck,
Let me know if things get rough,
Michael Dean, Ph.D.
Author "Empty Cribs-The Impact of Smoking on Child Health"
http//www.artsciencepub.com
