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IS The Bumpy Skin, Red Rashes And Itching Due To Quitting Of Smoking?
Hello, I have been using Champix for almost 3 weeks now and have successfully quit smoking :) My only side effect is terrible itchy skin on my back and shoulders. I don t have a red rash just slightly bumpy skin where i have been scratching. Is this normal? Otherwise i am feeling fine. Thank you.
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Wed, 19 Mar 2014
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Hi,
What you are describing is not very common with Chantix but all medicines do have the scope of causing skin rashes. In my opinion, if the problem persists or worsens, then do inform your doctor. Do not quit Chantix before completing the course unless your doctor instructs you to do so, as remaining abstinent is far more beneficial for you than the inconvenience of the rash.
Best wishes.
What you are describing is not very common with Chantix but all medicines do have the scope of causing skin rashes. In my opinion, if the problem persists or worsens, then do inform your doctor. Do not quit Chantix before completing the course unless your doctor instructs you to do so, as remaining abstinent is far more beneficial for you than the inconvenience of the rash.
Best wishes.
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