June 16, 2011 On June 16, 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) added a consumer warning about heart risks to Chantix (varenicline), which is marketed as a smoking cessation medication, after researchers found that Chantix users had a 72% higher risk of hospitalization for heart problems than non-users. In addition to this safety announcement, this risk will also be included on the Warnings and Precautions section of the Chantix physician labeling. Download the Report . . .

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FDA Drug Safety Announcement: Chantix May Increase The Risk of Certain Cardiovascular Adverse Events in Patients With Cardiovascular Disease

June 16, 2011 On June 16, 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) added a consumer warning about heart risks to Chantix (varenicline), which is marketed as a smoking cessation medication, after researchers found that Chantix users had a 72% higher risk of hospitalization for heart problems than non-users. In addition to this safety announcement, this risk will also be included on the Warnings and Precautions section of the Chantix physician labeling. Download the Report . . .

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