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Chantix Recall

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced July 1, 2009 that it is requiring makers of the smoking cessation drug, Chantix, to include a Black Box Warning on its prescribing information. The Black Box Warning comes in response to numerous reports from former Chantix users who allege they experienced depressed moods, changes in behavior and suicidal thoughts while taking the drug.

Will the FDA Warning Lead to a Chantix Recall?

As of yet, there has not been a Chantix recall. The FDA-required Black Box Warning is, however, the strongest warning that the FDA requires. In addition to the Black Box Warning, the FDA has also required Pfizer, Inc. (makers of the smoking cessation drug) to conduct a clinical trial that will determine the severity of the side effects of Chantix and the percentage of occurrences among users.

Injuries and Side Effects that Could Result in a Chantix Recall

Designed to help people quite smoking, Chantix has been linked to serious, life-altering neuropsychiatric symptoms, including:

Changes in mood, severe agitation and irritability
Depression (which is marked by changes in eating habits, sleeping patterns, moods and day-to-day behavior)
Suicidal thoughts and tendencies (marked by overwhelming thoughts that life is not worth living)

Chantix Death: Sparked by Mental Health Problems

While it has not been confirmed, some people believe that Chantix played a role in the death of Carter Albrecht, a former musician who was a member of Edie Brickell and the New Bohemians.

According to reports, he began taking Chantix in late August 2007 in an effort to quit smoking. Immediately after he began using the medication, his family and friends say he started complaining of having hallucinatory dreams, a common side effect of the smoking cessation drug).

Then, after about a week of taking Chantix, Albrecht had a violent encounter with his girlfriend. She claims that after having a few alcoholic beverages, he became disoriented and did not recognize her. He was shot later that night by a frightened neighbor who discovered him trespassing on his property. Both his girlfriend and family confirmed that he was not a violent person prior to taking Chantix.

As more and more Chantix users step forward and share their experiences with the drug, it become more apparent that users are at grave risk of developing a mental condition that can severely affect their lives.

More Information About Chantix Recall

If you or someone you love has been injured while taking Chantix, or if you feel the onset of any unusual mood swings or changes in behavior or in your overall mental health, you should stop taking the medication and visit your doctor immediately. To speak with a qualified legal professional who can help you get your life back together, contact our Chantix attorney.

We can provide you with the medical and legal resources necessary to get your life back on track and will be happy to keep you posted on any new Chantix information.

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