Drug
Varenicline
Important: Reactions below are the flagged terms from this drug’s
FAERS report history (min. 3 co-reports per term) — PRR/ROR indicate
disproportionality in spontaneous reporting, not causation.
Data from FDA FAERS via openFDA. Last recalculated: 2026-09-14.
| Reaction | Co-reports (a) | PRR | ROR | Signal | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sneezing | 740 | 118.6 | 135.0 | signal |
| 2 | Abnormal Dreams | 211 | 26.5 | 27.4 | signal |
| 3 | Nightmare | 213 | 21.4 | 22.1 | signal |
| 4 | Throat Irritation | 180 | 14.0 | 14.4 | signal |
| 5 | Rhinorrhoea | 232 | 12.5 | 13.0 | signal |
| 6 | Eye Pain | 184 | 11.6 | 11.9 | signal |
| 7 | Hepatic Encephalopathy | 29 | 10.8 | 10.8 | signal |
| 8 | Ocular Discomfort | 32 | 10.2 | 10.3 | signal |
| 9 | Lacrimation Increased | 88 | 10.2 | 10.4 | signal |
| 10 | Eye Irritation | 141 | 8.8 | 9.0 | signal |
| 11 | Product Use Complaint | 39 | 8.7 | 8.8 | signal |
| 12 | Device Delivery System Issue | 65 | 8.6 | 8.7 | signal |
| 13 | Product Packaging Quantity Issue | 27 | 8.6 | 8.6 | signal |
| 14 | Suicidal Ideation | 218 | 8.3 | 8.5 | signal |
| 15 | Epistaxis | 177 | 8.2 | 8.4 | signal |
| 16 | Photophobia | 41 | 7.6 | 7.7 | signal |
| 17 | Eye Discharge | 22 | 7.5 | 7.5 | signal |
| 18 | Agitation | 153 | 7.2 | 7.4 | signal |
| 19 | Mood Swings | 63 | 6.9 | 6.9 | signal |
| 20 | Hepatic Cirrhosis | 35 | 6.5 | 6.5 | signal |
| 21 | Anger | 57 | 5.8 | 5.9 | signal |
| 22 | Ocular Hyperaemia | 76 | 5.6 | 5.7 | signal |
| 23 | Hepatotoxicity | 36 | 5.6 | 5.7 | signal |
| 24 | Product Administration Error | 32 | 5.6 | 5.6 | signal |
| 25 | Depression | 361 | 5.5 | 5.8 | signal |
| 26 | Dry Eye | 71 | 5.1 | 5.1 | signal |
| 27 | Irritability | 86 | 5.0 | 5.0 | signal |
| 28 | Paranoia | 23 | 4.6 | 4.6 | signal |
| 29 | Mood Altered | 36 | 4.6 | 4.6 | signal |
| 30 | Dry Throat | 13 | 4.4 | 4.4 | signal |
| 31 | Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome | 15 | 4.4 | 4.4 | signal |
| 32 | Full Blood Count Abnormal | 13 | 4.3 | 4.3 | signal |
| 33 | Sedation | 31 | 4.1 | 4.1 | signal |
| 34 | Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion | 12 | 4.1 | 4.1 | signal |
| 35 | Ear Discomfort | 12 | 4.1 | 4.1 | signal |
| 36 | Eye Inflammation | 11 | 4.0 | 4.0 | signal |
| 37 | Eye Swelling | 41 | 3.8 | 3.9 | signal |
| 38 | Mania | 18 | 3.8 | 3.8 | signal |
| 39 | Drug-induced Liver Injury | 33 | 3.7 | 3.7 | signal |
| 40 | Sinus Disorder | 21 | 3.7 | 3.7 | signal |
| 41 | Sleep Disorder Due To A General Medical Condition | 17 | 3.6 | 3.7 | signal |
| 42 | Pharyngeal Swelling | 10 | 3.6 | 3.6 | signal |
| 43 | Aggression | 52 | 3.6 | 3.6 | signal |
| 44 | Pharyngeal Oedema | 16 | 3.6 | 3.6 | signal |
| 45 | Hallucination, Auditory | 16 | 3.5 | 3.5 | signal |
| 46 | Hypoaesthesia Oral | 15 | 3.5 | 3.5 | signal |
| 47 | Poor Quality Sleep | 21 | 3.4 | 3.4 | signal |
| 48 | Therapy Cessation | 50 | 3.4 | 3.4 | signal |
| 49 | Paraesthesia Oral | 14 | 3.4 | 3.4 | signal |
| 50 | Eye Pruritus | 32 | 3.4 | 3.4 | signal |
| 51 | Impaired Driving Ability | 11 | 3.4 | 3.4 | signal |
| 52 | Therapeutic Response Unexpected | 43 | 3.3 | 3.3 | signal |
| 53 | Device Use Issue | 16 | 3.2 | 3.2 | signal |
| 54 | Drug Effect Less Than Expected | 13 | 3.2 | 3.2 | signal |
| 55 | Inability To Afford Medication | 9 | 3.2 | 3.2 | signal |
| 56 | Oropharyngeal Pain | 84 | 3.1 | 3.2 | signal |
| 57 | Secretion Discharge | 11 | 3.1 | 3.1 | signal |
| 58 | Nasal Congestion | 52 | 3.1 | 3.1 | signal |
| 59 | Mental Status Changes | 24 | 3.0 | 3.0 | signal |
| 60 | Psychotic Disorder | 25 | 2.9 | 2.9 | signal |
| 61 | Vomiting | 390 | 2.9 | 3.0 | signal |
| 62 | Depressed Mood | 43 | 2.8 | 2.8 | signal |
| 63 | Sinus Congestion | 11 | 2.8 | 2.8 | signal |
| 64 | Thinking Abnormal | 15 | 2.8 | 2.8 | signal |
| 65 | Hallucination | 58 | 2.7 | 2.7 | signal |
| 66 | Therapy Interrupted | 53 | 2.7 | 2.7 | signal |
| 67 | Brain Fog | 11 | 2.6 | 2.6 | signal |
| 68 | Incorrect Dose Administered By Device | 19 | 2.6 | 2.6 | signal |
| 69 | Vision Blurred | 101 | 2.6 | 2.6 | signal |
| 70 | Nausea | 582 | 2.6 | 2.7 | signal |
| 71 | Insomnia | 196 | 2.5 | 2.6 | signal |
| 72 | Cough | 204 | 2.5 | 2.6 | signal |
| 73 | Aphonia | 10 | 2.5 | 2.5 | signal |
| 74 | Economic Problem | 11 | 2.5 | 2.5 | signal |
| 75 | Suicide Attempt | 41 | 2.3 | 2.3 | signal |
| 76 | Burning Sensation | 47 | 2.3 | 2.3 | signal |
| 77 | Treatment Noncompliance | 36 | 2.3 | 2.3 | signal |
| 78 | Retching | 14 | 2.3 | 2.3 | signal |
| 79 | Intentional Product Misuse | 57 | 2.3 | 2.3 | signal |
| 80 | Drug Interaction | 103 | 2.3 | 2.3 | signal |
| 81 | Increased Appetite | 12 | 2.2 | 2.2 | signal |
| 82 | Productive Cough | 30 | 2.2 | 2.2 | signal |
| 83 | Head Discomfort | 11 | 2.2 | 2.2 | signal |
| 84 | Eye Infection | 7 | 2.2 | 2.2 | no signal |
| 85 | Ear Pain | 12 | 2.1 | 2.1 | signal |
| 86 | Dermatitis Contact | 7 | 2.1 | 2.1 | no signal |
| 87 | Vitreous Floaters | 6 | 2.1 | 2.1 | no signal |
| 88 | Ligament Sprain | 6 | 2.1 | 2.1 | no signal |
| 89 | Device Failure | 9 | 2.1 | 2.1 | no signal |
| 90 | Throat Tightness | 16 | 2.1 | 2.1 | signal |
| 91 | Tooth Abscess | 6 | 2.0 | 2.0 | no signal |
| 92 | Euphoric Mood | 6 | 2.0 | 2.0 | no signal |
| 93 | Abnormal Behaviour | 23 | 2.0 | 2.0 | no signal |
| 94 | Anxiety | 163 | 2.0 | 2.0 | no signal |
| 95 | Withdrawal Syndrome | 24 | 2.0 | 2.0 | no signal |
| 96 | Dry Mouth | 46 | 2.0 | 2.0 | no signal |
| 97 | Dysgeusia | 42 | 1.9 | 2.0 | no signal |
| 98 | Ageusia | 14 | 1.9 | 1.9 | no signal |
| 99 | Device Defective | 9 | 1.9 | 1.9 | no signal |
| 100 | Impaired Quality Of Life | 8 | 1.9 | 1.9 | no signal |
| 101 | Toothache | 10 | 1.9 | 1.9 | no signal |
| 102 | Apathy | 8 | 1.9 | 1.9 | no signal |
| 103 | Flatulence | 31 | 1.9 | 1.9 | no signal |
| 104 | Intraocular Pressure Increased | 7 | 1.9 | 1.9 | no signal |
| 105 | Expired Product Administered | 18 | 1.9 | 1.9 | no signal |
| 106 | Poisoning Deliberate | 5 | 1.9 | 1.9 | no signal |
| 107 | Scab | 6 | 1.8 | 1.8 | no signal |
| 108 | Loss Of Personal Independence In Daily Activities | 25 | 1.8 | 1.8 | no signal |
| 109 | Therapeutic Product Effect Incomplete | 37 | 1.8 | 1.8 | no signal |
| 110 | Swelling Face | 34 | 1.8 | 1.8 | no signal |
| 111 | Tinnitus | 24 | 1.8 | 1.8 | no signal |
| 112 | Uveitis | 7 | 1.8 | 1.8 | no signal |
| 113 | Choking | 10 | 1.8 | 1.8 | no signal |
| 114 | Thirst | 9 | 1.7 | 1.8 | no signal |
| 115 | Accidental Exposure To Product | 50 | 1.7 | 1.7 | no signal |
| 116 | Device Difficult To Use | 33 | 1.7 | 1.7 | no signal |
| 117 | Palpitations | 58 | 1.7 | 1.7 | no signal |
| 118 | Panic Attack | 18 | 1.7 | 1.7 | no signal |
| 119 | Accidental Overdose | 18 | 1.7 | 1.7 | no signal |
| 120 | Poor Venous Access | 5 | 1.7 | 1.7 | no signal |
| 121 | Libido Decreased | 6 | 1.7 | 1.7 | no signal |
| 122 | Headache | 303 | 1.7 | 1.7 | no signal |
| 123 | Scratch | 5 | 1.7 | 1.7 | no signal |
| 124 | Anosmia | 7 | 1.7 | 1.7 | no signal |
| 125 | Wrong Technique In Product Usage Process | 96 | 1.6 | 1.7 | no signal |
| 126 | Renal Pain | 5 | 1.6 | 1.6 | no signal |
| 127 | Product Dose Omission Issue | 134 | 1.6 | 1.6 | no signal |
| 128 | Nodule | 6 | 1.6 | 1.6 | no signal |
| 129 | Eye Disorder | 15 | 1.6 | 1.6 | no signal |
| 130 | Gastrointestinal Pain | 5 | 1.6 | 1.6 | no signal |
| 131 | Delusion | 7 | 1.6 | 1.6 | no signal |
| 132 | Obstructive Airways Disorder | 5 | 1.6 | 1.6 | no signal |
| 133 | Product Taste Abnormal | 6 | 1.5 | 1.5 | no signal |
| 134 | Fear | 12 | 1.5 | 1.5 | no signal |
| 135 | Product Complaint | 11 | 1.5 | 1.5 | no signal |
| 136 | Illness | 44 | 1.5 | 1.5 | no signal |
| 137 | Angioedema | 19 | 1.5 | 1.5 | no signal |
| 138 | Dysphonia | 25 | 1.5 | 1.5 | no signal |
| 139 | Pain In Jaw | 12 | 1.5 | 1.5 | no signal |
| 140 | Swollen Tongue | 13 | 1.4 | 1.4 | no signal |
| 141 | Ill-defined Disorder | 25 | 1.4 | 1.4 | no signal |
| 142 | Dystonia | 8 | 1.4 | 1.4 | no signal |
| 143 | Intentional Self-injury | 8 | 1.4 | 1.4 | no signal |
| 144 | Wrong Technique In Device Usage Process | 18 | 1.4 | 1.4 | no signal |
| 145 | Mental Disorder | 17 | 1.4 | 1.4 | no signal |
| 146 | Anorexia | 5 | 1.3 | 1.3 | no signal |
| 147 | Anhedonia | 10 | 1.3 | 1.3 | no signal |
| 148 | Eye Haemorrhage | 5 | 1.3 | 1.3 | no signal |
| 149 | Feeling Jittery | 7 | 1.3 | 1.3 | no signal |
| 150 | Feeling Abnormal | 88 | 1.3 | 1.3 | no signal |
| 151 | Bipolar Disorder | 4 | 1.3 | 1.3 | no signal |
| 152 | Convulsion | 21 | 1.3 | 1.3 | no signal |
| 153 | Intentional Overdose | 23 | 1.3 | 1.3 | no signal |
| 154 | Psychomotor Hyperactivity | 6 | 1.2 | 1.2 | no signal |
| 155 | Circumstance Or Information Capable Of Leading To Medication Error | 11 | 1.1 | 1.1 | no signal |
| 156 | Blood Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Increased | 3 | 1.1 | 1.1 | no signal |
| 157 | Product Packaging Issue | 3 | 1.1 | 1.1 | no signal |
| 158 | Injection Site Discolouration | 4 | 1.1 | 1.1 | no signal |
| 159 | Emotional Disorder | 10 | 1.1 | 1.1 | no signal |
| 160 | Personality Change | 3 | 1.1 | 1.1 | no signal |
| 161 | Poisoning | 4 | 1.1 | 1.1 | no signal |
| 162 | Affect Lability | 3 | 1.1 | 1.1 | no signal |
| 163 | Product Substitution Issue | 16 | 1.0 | 1.0 | no signal |
| 164 | Product Dispensing Error | 6 | 1.0 | 1.0 | no signal |
| 165 | Product Administered At Inappropriate Site | 5 | 1.0 | 1.0 | no signal |
| 166 | Completed Suicide | 22 | 0.9 | 0.9 | no signal |
| 167 | Glycosylated Haemoglobin Increased | 6 | 0.8 | 0.8 | no signal |
| 168 | Product Quality Issue | 32 | 0.8 | 0.8 | no signal |
| 169 | Injection Site Irritation | 3 | 0.8 | 0.8 | no signal |
| 170 | Therapeutic Response Shortened | 7 | 0.8 | 0.8 | no signal |
| 171 | Drug Abuse | 18 | 0.7 | 0.7 | no signal |
| 172 | Device Use Error | 7 | 0.7 | 0.7 | no signal |
| 173 | Lung Neoplasm Malignant | 8 | 0.7 | 0.7 | no signal |
| 174 | Drug Withdrawal Syndrome | 16 | 0.6 | 0.6 | no signal |
| 175 | Injection Site Urticaria | 4 | 0.6 | 0.6 | no signal |
| 176 | Product Storage Error | 13 | 0.5 | 0.5 | no signal |
| 177 | Device Issue | 13 | 0.5 | 0.5 | no signal |
| 178 | Intentional Drug Misuse | 3 | 0.5 | 0.5 | no signal |
| 179 | Dermatitis Atopic | 7 | 0.5 | 0.5 | no signal |
| 180 | Exposure Via Skin Contact | 3 | 0.5 | 0.5 | no signal |
| 181 | Pharmaceutical Product Complaint | 3 | 0.4 | 0.4 | no signal |
| 182 | Device Breakage | 4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | no signal |
| 183 | Drug Dose Omission By Device | 4 | 0.2 | 0.2 | no signal |