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Discussion Topic: Constipation
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lefsaqueen |
06-24-2011 @ 4:29 AM
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Joined: Jun 2011
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Hi: Started Champix on June 1st and quit smoking on June 10th. So
far it has been great other than severe constipation and gas. I don't
want to give this up but really scared of a bowel obstruction as I have
had this before. Any good remedies?
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lefsaqueen |
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06-28-2011 @ 3:27 PM
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Joined: Jun 2011
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Well, it's Day 18 and I am VERY excited!! I've wanted to quit
smoking for so long and have never been able to come close until
now with Champix. It is amazing!!
Finally got help from a pharmacist about the constipation and so far
yesterday and today I feel much better. Also learned that
withdrawal ALONE from stopping smoking gives constipation so
either with or without Champix that side effect will be there. Sorry,
I'm not obsessed with my bowels lol - just very relieved!!!
I am already able to do my physically and not have the extreme
shortness of breath after smoking for 37 years. I've put on about 5
pounds but will take that off when I am through this 12 weeks of
Champix.
Good luck out there and keep posting - it helps us through this!
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