Nikabex 0,5 & 1 0,5 mg, 1 mg Tablet

    Nikabex 0,5 & 1 0,5 mg, 1 mg Tablet

    S5
    PDF Leaflet Revision Date: May 2023


    Clinical Summary

    Quick overview from the medicine insert

    Indication

    Aid to smoking cessation in motivated patients.

    Dosage (summary)

    1 mg twice daily after 1-week titration.

    Special Populations

    • Renal impairment
    • Hepatic impairment
    • Elderly

    Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

    Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

    Key Drug Interactions

    • Warfarin
    • Cimetidine
    • Alcohol

    Contraindications

    • Hypersensitivity to varenicline

    Common side effects

    • Nausea
    • Insomnia
    • Headache
    • Dizziness

    Counselling Points

    • Monitor for mood changes
    • Avoid driving if affected
    • Set a quit date before starting

    Serious warnings

    • Serious neuropsychiatric symptoms
    • Seizures
    • Cardiovascular events
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