Smoking Cessation - Follow Up (Varenicline)
A supportive follow-up to help you stay on track with your stop smoking plan while using varenicline.
- Check how you are getting on since your last visit
- Practical tips for cravings, triggers, and routines
- Support with confidence and motivation between key milestones
- Clear next steps for your plan and what to do if you miss doses
Progress check-in
Talk through what has gone well, what has been difficult, and how your routine is settling in since starting or continuing varenicline.
Side effect and wellbeing review
Discuss how you are feeling day to day, including sleep, mood, and any unwanted effects, and agree simple ways to manage them.
Plan for the next stage
Leave with an agreed plan for the coming days, including coping strategies, reminders, and when to book your next follow-up.
What this follow-up involves
You will talk through smoking since your last visit, what triggers cravings, and what support feels most helpful right now. We will review how you are taking varenicline and how you are feeling, then agree practical adjustments to keep you moving forward. You will leave with a clear plan for the next stage and knowing what to do if challenges come up.
Short, structured review
A simple check-in that keeps momentum going without feeling overwhelming.
Private and judgement-free
A calm space to talk honestly about slips, cravings, and confidence.
What we provide
These are the key areas covered during your follow-up so you know what support you can expect.
How things have gone since last time
A quick review of smoking, cravings, triggers, and what has helped so far.
Varenicline use check
Support to take it as intended, including routines, missed doses, and staying consistent.
Managing unwanted effects
Practical ways to handle common issues and guidance on when to seek further advice.
Motivation and confidence support
Encouragement, problem-solving, and a reset plan if you have had a slip.
Next-step plan
Clear goals for the next week or two, plus when to book your next follow-up.
Who this follow-up is for
Best for people already on varenicline who want help staying consistent and handling cravings or slips.
People already using varenicline
If you have started or restarted varenicline and want a structured check-in on progress.
Anyone struggling with cravings or triggers
If certain times, places, or stressors are making it hard to stick with your plan.
People who want accountability
If regular follow-ups help you stay focused, motivated, and prepared for the next stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
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