In what forms can Chantix be taken?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

Chantix (varenicline), a smoking cessation medication, is available in tablet form. If taken properly, along with counseling or a smoking cessation program, Chantix helps to relieve nicotine cravings and symptoms of cigarette withdrawal.

Nina Evans

Pharmacy

Chantix (varenicline) is only available in tablet form. It comes in two different doses: 1 mg and .5 mg. If your doctor prescribes varenicline to help you stop smoking, he or she will likely give you a half-milligram dose to start, and you'll work up to taking 2 mg a day.

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