Chantix® Recall
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Chantix®, a drug designed to help people quite smoking, has been a recent star in the medical and legal spotlight. Not because of its ability to help people kick the habit they never thought they could, but rather because of its link to serious, life-threatening mental conditions.
Has There Been a Chantix® Recall?
While there has not been an official Chantix® recall, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been nipping at the heels of drug manufacturer, Pfizer, Inc., requiring them to not only strengthen the warning labels on Chantix®’s packaging information, but to also conduct a detailed clinical trial to determine how often the mental side effects occur in users.
FDA-Required Chantix® Black Box Warning
After reviewing multiple reports from Chantix® users, the FDA announced, July 1, 2009, that it is requiring Pfizer to add a Black Box Warning to Chantix®. The Black Box Warning (the strongest level of warning required by the FDA) will highlight the potential mental health risks associated with the drug, including:
- Depression
- Nervousness
- Hallucinations, confusion
- Suicidal thoughts/ideation
- Suicidal behavior
- Uncontrollable agitation & aggression
Chantix® Recall Lawsuits: Help for Injured Users
Just as all drug manufacturers, Pfizer has a responsibility to American consumers. As a drug maker, they need to properly test all products to ensure the safety of their users. They must also list any potential health risks and/or side effects associated with the medication.
However, until the recent FDA requirement to include a stronger warning label, they have failed to meet their responsibilities. Thus, individuals who have suffered from mental conditions (or any other Chantix® side effects) sparked by Chantix® use will be eligible to seek and recover compensation for their injuries.
Have You Been Harmed By Chantix®?
If you’re among the millions of Americans who have taken Chantix® in an effort to quit smoking, you should know you have rights. Contact us to speak with an experienced Chantix® attorney for defective drugs who will fight to help you get the compensation you need and deserve.
