Chantix & Zyban Warning

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Chantix & Zyban Warning

By Scott Sarvay

Story Published: Jul 1, 2009 at 3:51 PM EST

Story Updated: Jul 1, 2009 at 4:21 PM EST

WASHINGTON (Indiana's NewsCenter) - Two popular anti-smoking drugs will now carry a boxed warning.

FDA officials say a new warning will be added to Chantix and Zyban, highlighting the increased risk for changes in behavior, depressed mood, hostility and suicidal thoughts.

Since these drugs have been on the market, the FDA has received reports of 98 suicides and 188 attempts linked to Chantix. There have been 14 suicides and 17 attempts linked to Zyban.


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