Stevens Johnson Syndrome and Chantix: Is There a Link?
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is rare and potentially fatal disease involving the skin and the mucous membranes. It is a serious condition that often requires hospitalization.
This disease typically begins with several days of flu-like symptoms. This can lead to the inflammation of the mucous membranes and a spreading rash that may blister. This can cause the patient's top skin layer of skin to die.
Steven-Johnson Syndrome can be caused by a number of things, including viral infections and reactions to drugs. With respect to the latter which causes 80% of SJS, the usual culpuits are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, sulfonamides and penicillin, and anticonvulsants (seizure medications).
This disease has been reported in users of Chantix, the drug designed to help users quit smoking. There are 65 cases where there has been the suggestion of a link between Chantix and Stevens-Johnson Syndrom. If you took Chantix and you have Stevens-Johnson syndrome, call one of our Chantix lawyers today at 800-553-6000 or click here for a free consultation via the Internet to discuss your potential Chantix/Stevens Johnson Syndrome lawsuit.
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