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Chantix Accidents

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Chantix, a Pfizer-made smoking cessation pill, is known to increase patients' risk of experiencing blackouts and seizures. These possible Chantix side effects can be extremely dangerous, particularly if they occur while patients are driving, operating heavy machinery or performing some other attention-demanding task.

Tragically, the occurrence of blackouts and seizures has led to a number of injuries and Chantix accidents.

FDA Warnings Regarding Chantix Accidents

Following mounting reports of Chantix accidents and other side effects, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a national Chantix warning that:

  • Alerted the public about the life-threatening side effects associated with Chantix use.
  • Mandated that Pfizer include a "black box" warning on Chantix labels (Black box warnings are the most serious FDA labeling, as they highlight the fact a drug can cause fatal health complications).

Despite these Chantix warnings, however, many patients have experienced (and others will continue to experience) injuries and Chantix accidents. It's vital that these injured Chantix patients:

  • Seek emergency medical attention to prevent further complications and, in the most serious cases, death.
  • Discontinue use of Chantix immediately and talk to their doctor about an alternative method for quitting smoking.
  • Meet with a Chantix lawyer, once their health is stable, to learn more about their legal rights and find out if they are entitled to compensation for their Chantix injuries.

Reports of Chantix Injuries

According to a study conducted by the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), over 1,000 Chantix patients reported developing severe Chantix side effects within the first quarter of 2008 alone. However, experts estimate that, only about 1 to 10 percent of Chantix patients file reports of their injuries, so approximately 10,000 people have been seriously injured after taking Chantix.

These estimates exceeded the number of negative reports for any drug in the U.S. during that time frame.

Along with seizures and blackouts, other serious Chantix side effects can include:

  • Depression
  • Psychosis and/hallucinations
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS)
  • Suicidal thoughts and/or behaviors
  • Toxic epidermal necrolysis syndrome (TENS)
  • Vision problems

Chantix Accidents Trigger FAA Ban

Given the prevalence and severity of Chantix side effects, in May 2008, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) banned pilots and air traffic controllers from taking Chantix.

What to do After a Chantix Accident

Injured individuals should set up a free initial consultation with a Chantix lawyer. During this meeting, prospective plaintiffs (which include injured Chantix patients and families of deceased Chantix users) can:

  • Find out if they have a legal claim against Pfizer.
  • Learn more about the process of compiling and winning a Chantix lawsuit.
  • Get information about settlements in cases similar to their own.
  • Evaluate whether they want to file an individual Chantix lawsuit or join an already-progressing class action lawsuit (based on their individual needs and situations).

Have you or a loved one been harmed by Chantix? If so, contact us today to speak to an experienced lawyer who can help you evaluate your claim, build your case and recover compensation for your losses.

 

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