Zyban and Suicide (Cont.)

Zyban and Suicide: Suggestions

Your healthcare provider should monitor you (or your child) carefully when you are first starting an antidepressant. Stopping smoking can cause depression (which may contribute to suicidal behavior). You should also be watchful for any signs of suicidal behavior. Contact your healthcare provider right away if you (or your child) have any of the following:
 
  • Thoughts about death or committing suicide
  • Suicide attempts
  • Depression or anxiety that is new or worse
  • Agitation, restlessness, or panic attacks
  • Trouble sleeping (insomnia)
  • Irritability that is new or worse
  • Aggressive, angry, or violent behavior
  • Acting on dangerous impulses
  • Unusually increased talking or activity
  • Other strange changes in mood or behavior.
     
Also, be sure to talk with your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits of using Zyban in children and teenagers, as well as other options for smoking cessation.

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;