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Judge Dismisses Case Due to Chantix Induced Psychotic Episode

Scott Kappes
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Posted by Scott KappesMarch 27, 2008 11:35 PM
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A federal judge has dismissed the case of a 25 year-old California man who charged the cockpit of a plane on Thanksgiving forcing an emergency landing in Fargo, North Dakota. Prosecutors asked for the interfering with an airplane flight crew charge to be dropped against Andrew Smith after psychiatric exam revealed that Smith was suffering from psychotic disorder caused by Pfizer's smoking cessation medication Chantix.

Reports of adverse effects associated with prompted an FDA investigation of the drug. The FDA issued an warning that drug could be linked to serious psychiatric disorders and possibly even suicidal acts. No causal relationship has officially been established but the FDA has said that a link cannot be ruled out at this time.

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John Ceccomancini
Posted by John Ceccomancini
April 19, 2008 12:16 AM

Can someone tell me if Chantix and Champix are the same drug. I'm on my 3rd. week and am getting some strange effects. I seem to be getting more absent minded and a little down but my mood swings are what really concern me. I get very angry at silly things and I've had some wild dreams but the last one was quite violent.If anyone has anymore info or can direct me, I would realy apreciate it. Thanks

Scott Kappes
Posted by Scott Kappes
April 23, 2008 5:45 PM

John: Yes, Chantix and Champix are the same drug. It is sold as Champix in Europe, but the FDA made Pfizer change the name in the US. Your doctor should have warned you about possible adverse reactions to this medication. You should contact your physician and discuss your reactions. There are several Chantix articles on this site or you can google "chantix depression" or "chantix suicide" for more info.

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