Beer - Chantix (Varenicline) Interaction
Herbal: Beer
Drug: Varenicline
Brand names:
Chantix, Champix, Tyrvaya
Medical Content Editor Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Last updated
Jul 22, 2023
Interaction Details
Varenicline is classified as belonging to the following category: Varenicline (Chantix)
Theoretically, concomitant use may increase the risk of adverse effects from alcohol.
There have been reports of patients experiencing increased effects from alcohol while taking varenicline. Some cases involved unusual and sometimes aggressive behavior and were accompanied by amnesia. Caution patients to use alcohol with caution when taking varenicline, as it may alter alcohol tolerance.
Interaction Rating
Likelihood of Occurrence
PossibleInteraction has been documented in animal or in lab research, or the interaction has been documented in humans but is limited to case reports or conflicting clinical research exists
References
- Chantix (Varenicline) prescribing information. Pfizer Labs, Inc. New York, NY, February 2019. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2019/021928s048lbl.pdf
Beer Overview
Varenicline Overview
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Varenicline is used along with education and counseling to help people stop smoking. Varenicline is in a class of medications called smoking cessation aids. It works by blocking the pleasant effects of nicotine (from smoking) on the brain.
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Interaction Rating Key
These severity listings are for informational use only. Never start, stop or otherwise change your therapy before speaking with your provider.
Major | The combined use of these agents is strongly discouraged as serious side effects or other negative outcomes could occur. |
Moderate | Use cautiously under the care of a healthcare professional or avoid this combination. A significant interaction or negative outcome could occur. |
Minor | Be aware that there is a chance of an interaction. Watch for warning signs of a potential interaction. |
Unknown | No interactions have been reported or no interaction data is currently available. |
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