Texas Chantix Lawyer

Chantix is an anti-smoking medication that was recalled in July 2021 after tests by Pfizer found a cancer-causing chemical impurity.

UPDATE: Pfizer Expands Chantix Recalls

In August 2021, Pfizer expanded a recall for the anti-smoking drug Chantix to include another 4 lots that contain high levels of cancer-causing impurities called nitrosamines. In total, Pfizer has recalled 16 lots of Chantix that were distributed to wholesalers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico between June 2019 and June 2021.

Chantix Recalled for Cancer Risk

July 19, 2021 — The FDA and Pfizer have announced a recall for 12 lots of the anti-smoking medication Chantix® due to a risk of cancer.

What is the Problem?

The recalled lots of Chantix® tested positive for N-nitroso-varenicline, which is a type of chemical called a “nitrosamine” that is believed to cause cancer in humans. Pfizer did not report any injuries due to the recalled Chantix medications as of July 2021.

What is the Risk?

People who take the recalled medications could face a potential risk of cancer, according to Pfizer: “Long-term ingestion of N-nitroso-varenicline may be associated with a theoretical potential increased cancer risk in humans, but there is no immediate risk to patients taking this medication.”

Was My Chantix Recalled?

The list of recalled Chantix medications include:

• 56-count bottles of Chantix 0.5-mg tablets with Lot #00019213 and expiration date January 2022
• 56-count bottles of Chantix 0.5-mg tablets with Lot #EC6994 and expiration date May 2023
• 56-count bottles of Chantix 1-mg tablets with Lot #EA6080 and expiration date March 2023
• 56-count bottles of Chantix 1-mg tablets with Lot #EC9843 and expiration date March 2023.

Pfizer also recalled 8 lots of Chantix cartons that contain one blister pack of 0.5 mg tablets and one blister pack of 1 mg tablets, including: Lot #00020231, Lot #00020232, Lot #00020357, Lot #00020358, Lot #00020716, Lot #ET1600, Lot #ET1607, and Lot #ET1609.