Smokers seem to have two things in common, their addiction to cigarettes and the fact that they all seem to be “trying to quit.” Quitting cold turkey is not the most appealing technique to kick the habit, especially when smokers are provided with other “drugs” that will help them quit their addiction (sounds like a bit of an oxymoron, I know.) But some of the solution drugs can be just as dangerous as the problem drug itself, so what is an addict supposed to do?
Chantix a new drug that is suppose to help smokers quit smoking has taken a lot of heat lately about side effects that could be considered more harmful then the perceived benefits. The consumer reviews about this drug are highly polarized. They include statements from consumer who state, “I am an ex-smoker! I have gotten several of my friends trying it out, and all are reporting terrific results much like my own,” and others who feel far less excited about the drug stating, “The most unsettling thing about sleeping on Chantix is that I never felt like I was truly asleep. Some part of me remained on guard.” With the diverse consumer reviews it is only fair to look for the facts that have supporting evidence. The food and drug administration released a statement forcing Chantix to be packaged with a black box warning, the strongest warning label available. The FDA released this statement saying, “The warning will highlight the risk of serious mental health events including changes in behavior, depressed mood, hostility, and suicidal thoughts when taking these drugs.”
No matter the innocents or severity, at some point in time everyone faces addiction to something and because of this truth there seems to be a pill to fix almost anything. But sometimes the “fix it” drugs that sound too good to be true, ARE too good to be true.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/07/01/chantix-zyban-issued-suic_n_224217.html
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