Varni0.5mg
Rx- Generic:
- Varenicline Tartrate
- Company:
- Monicopharma Limited
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- Tablet
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৳ 15/unit
Pack: ৳ 15
At a glance
Varenicline Tartrate is a prescription medicine used to quit smoking by reducing the craving for a cigarette and the irritable feeling that occurs when you stop smoking. It works by blocking nicotine effect on the brain and this suppresses enjoyment while smoking or the urge to smoke.
Indications
- Quitting smoking
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- Begin 1 week before the quit date
- Days 1-3: 0.5 mg once daily
- Days 4-7: 0.5 mg twice daily
- Day 8 to end of treatment: 1 mg twice daily
- If successful after 12 weeks, continue another 12 weeks at 1 mg twice daily
- Severe renal impairment (CrCl <30 mL/min): 0.5 mg once daily initially; may increase to 0.5 mg twice daily; ESRD: not to exceed 0.5 mg once daily
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Nausea
- Headache
- Insomnia
- Abnormal dreams
- Nasopharyngitis
- Constipation
- Flatulence
- Vomiting
Precautions & warnings
- May decrease alertness; do not drive
- Counselling should be done to increase chances of successful quit attempt
- Stop taking and inform doctor if sudden mood and behavior changes or suicidal thoughts occur
- Inform doctor if history of heart diseases, fits (seizures), or other mental disorders
- Increased effects of alcohol have been reported; reduce alcohol consumption
- Discontinue and notify doctor if somnambulism occurs
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.