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Prone to depression, anxiety, taking Zoloft, want to quit smoking, try Champix. Safe to take both medicines?
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Hi, I have been on 50mg Zoloft now for about 5yrs ....... I am prone to depression and anxiety however want to give up Smoking . Iv heard great things about Champix and would love to give it a go - Im just scaared that I willl be one of those people who end up with the negative side effects. Is it safe to take these medications together? Does Champix permanently change your thought patterns?
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Hello........ Thanks for your query. Champix is varenicline, a nicotinergic receptor partial agonist that will control your craving but does not alter thought process. It is an excellent choice for smoking cessation. However, i shoukd warn you that champix increases suicidal tendencies and it might not be ideal for you considering your predisposition to depression. Regards Dr Sundar Psychiatrist