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Stop smoking drug concerns raised
(BBC 26/11/2008)
Champix, (varenicline) was first licensed here in Dec 2006. It mimics the effects of nicotine on the body so it both reduces the urge to smoke and relieves withdrawal symptoms. Across Britain, more than 3,000 people have complained about adverse reactions to Champix. About 260 have reported suicidal-related reactions to the drug. Of these, 16 had attempted suicide and 10 had killed themselves.
Anti-smoking drug linked to 10 British suicides
(Daily Mail 08/11/2008)
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency says the number of users reporting adverse side effects while using (anti-smoking drug) Champix (generic name varenicline), has doubled in the past seven months - up from 1,811 in February to 3,541 in September. The watchdog is now warning doctors and nurses to monitor the effects of the drug on smokers over the New Year.
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