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Is Sick Feeling And Light-headedness A Reaction Of Champix?

Hi. I m a 30 year old woman. i had vertical sleeve gastrectomy surgery in may and have lost a total of 85lbs since April 2010. I now weigh 150lbs and am 5 1. I have been taking Champix for the last ten days and it makes my stomach turn like I am going to be sick and I get light headed. is this a normal reaction?
Mon, 22 Feb 2021
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Hello,

Champix can initially cause some discomfort as the levels normalize in your blood stream. Try and take the medicine same time, everyday.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Pranav Balakrishnan, General & Family Physician
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Is Sick Feeling And Light-headedness A Reaction Of Champix?

Hello, Champix can initially cause some discomfort as the levels normalize in your blood stream. Try and take the medicine same time, everyday. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Pranav Balakrishnan, General & Family Physician