Varenicline TARTRATE Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

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If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • constipation
  • difficulty sleeping
  • headache
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • gas
  • abnormal dreams

    • INFREQUENT side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • angina, a type of chest pain

    • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • nightmares
  • a common cold
  • dry mouth
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • indigestion
  • itching
  • drowsiness
  • low energy
  • excessive sweating
  • a skin rash
  • decreased appetite
  • increased hunger
  • low energy and weakness
  • runny nose
  • generalized weakness
  • a feeling of general discomfort called malaise
  • intense abdominal pain

    • RARE side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • diabetes
  • anemia
  • mental problems from taking the drug
  • manic behavior
  • suicidal behavior
  • suicidal thoughts
  • thoughts of hurting or killing others
  • high blood pressure
  • a heart attack
  • abnormal heart rhythm
  • a transient ischemic attack, a type of stroke that lasts only a few minutes
  • a stroke
  • a blood clot
  • acute inflammation of the pancreas
  • erythema multiforme, a type of allergic skin reaction
  • a skin disorder with blistering and peeling skin called Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • unconsciousness
  • seizures
  • abnormal liver function tests
  • a type of allergic reaction called angioedema
  • a hypersensitivity reaction to a drug
  • problems metabolizing alcohol
  • an accidental injury

    • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • altered interest in having sexual intercourse
  • a change in vision
  • ringing in the ears
  • peripheral vascular disease
  • inflammation of the nose due to an allergy
  • a toothache
  • the inability to have an erection
  • a problem with menstrual periods
  • increased sensitivity of the skin to the sun
  • a type of skin condition with redness and itching called eczema
  • psoriasis
  • acne
  • dry skin
  • joint pain
  • backache
  • muscle pain
  • cramps
  • sensation of spinning or whirling
  • dizziness
  • a sleep disorder
  • flu-like symptoms
  • taste impairment
  • visible water retention
  • temporary redness of face and neck
  • weight gain
  • nosebleed
  • heart throbbing or pounding
  • swollen lymph nodes
  • diarrhea
  • an increased need to urinate often
  • excess urination
  • urination during the night
  • sleepwalking
  • anxious feelings
  • drug-induced hot flashes
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