Chantix is a popular prescription medication designed to assist smokers in their effort to quit the tobacco habit. While many in the Charlotte area have used Chantix and other smoking cessation medications, serious side effects are often revealed by users.
Chantix has been linked to side effects such as suicidal thoughts, paranoia, confusion, agitation and hostility. In some cases side effects began immediately. For some taking Chantix, side effects did not develop for several weeks.
Most feel healthy living would never include smoking. However, many consumers were surprised to learn that a prescription they were told could help them stop smoking may cause them to consider suicide.
The manufacturer of Chantix is Pfizer. Chantix contains varenicline, which is claimed to reduce nicotine cravings as well as the withdrawal many experience. The side effects are listed on the product information form that is included with all prescription medications, including Chantix. However, anyone using Chantix who has experienced one of the adverse side effects may be shocked when this happens to them.
Pfizer received approval for Chantix from the United States Food and Drug Administration in May of 2006. However, the FDA began requiring a boxed warning for Chantix in 2009. To view this information visit this website.
There are many ways to stop smoking without threatening health. Consider some healthy options before considering prescription medications such as Chantix, which has been linked to suicides.
Those living near Charlotte and looking for a support group to help them will be happy to know there are several. Use this link to view what is available through support works.org.
In the Charlotte area there are several pharmacy choices. Speaking with a pharmacist about any medications, such as Chantix and the serious side effects that have been revealed will help a patient better understand what a prescription may do. Doctor’s may warn patients about some side effects of Chantix or other prescription medication. However, being an informed consumer and learning as much as possible about a medication prescribed may save a persons life.
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Scary Stuff! Good alert to scary side effects of this product!
Wow, this is so important, thanks for the heads up.
The side effects seem to out do the purpose for taking this medication - thanks for this important information.
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