# Suicidal Thoughts on The No Agenda Show

Suicidal Thoughts comes up in 7 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2010 to August 2024.

- **Chapters:** 7
- **Episodes:** 6
- **Discussed:** March 2010 – August 2024
- **Related topics:** [Chantix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chantix.md), [Fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [Pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [Side Effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md), [Smoking Cessation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smoking-cessation.md), [Nausea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nausea.md), [Fibromyalgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fibromyalgia.md), [Lyrica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lyrica.md), [Medicare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicare.md), [Obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obesity.md)

## Chapters 1–7 of 7

### Medicare Coverage for Wegovy, Ozempic Mental Health Study

- **Episode:** [1689: Unhappy Newcomer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1689-unhappy-newcomer.md)
- **Published:** 2024-08-25
- **Time:** 1:31:26–1:35:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1689-unhappy-newcomer/chapter/medicare-coverage-for-wegovy-ozempic-mental-health-study.md

New federal guidance allows Medicare to cover weight-loss drugs like Wegovy when prescribed for heart health benefits. Meanwhile, a World Health Organization database study suggests a possible link between semaglutide and suicidal thoughts, though the FDA maintains there is currently no confirmed causal relationship.

Keywords: [wegovy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wegovy.md), [ozempic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ozempic.md), [medicare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicare.md), [semaglutide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/semaglutide.md), [suicidal thoughts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicidal-thoughts.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md)

### Contrave Diet Drug Side Effects, Suicidal Thoughts

- **Episode:** [1012: Value Convo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1012-value-convo.md)
- **Published:** 2018-03-01
- **Time:** 1:14:45–1:19:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1012-value-convo/chapter/contrave-diet-drug-side-effects-suicidal-thoughts.md

A commercial for the weight-loss drug Contrave is analyzed for its disclosure of severe side effects, including suicidal thoughts in children and young adults. The drug, which functions similarly to an SSRI by targeting the brain's reward system, is criticized for being marketed despite these risks.

Keywords: contrave, [ssri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ssri.md), [obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obesity.md), [suicidal thoughts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicidal-thoughts.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md)

### Chantix Marketing, Dangerous Side Effects

- **Episode:** [265: Moon Base on Mars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/265-moon-base-on-mars.md)
- **Published:** 2010-12-30
- **Time:** 1:14:20–1:16:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/265-moon-base-on-mars/chapter/chantix-marketing-dangerous-side-effects.md

The hosts critique a new 2011 advertisement for the smoking cessation drug Chantix. They warn listeners about the drug's severe side effects, including hostility, agitation, and suicidal thoughts, noting that the marketing has shifted to allow users to continue smoking while starting the medication.

Keywords: [chantix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chantix.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [smoking cessation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smoking-cessation.md), [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md), [suicidal thoughts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicidal-thoughts.md)

### Chantix Side Effects and Pharmaceutical Disclaimers

- **Episode:** [232: Eating the Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/232-eating-the-evidence.md)
- **Published:** 2010-09-05
- **Time:** 1:31:26–1:35:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/232-eating-the-evidence/chapter/chantix-side-effects-and-pharmaceutical-disclaimers.md

A new two-minute commercial for the smoking cessation drug Chantix highlights its effectiveness but includes a long list of severe side effects. These include suicidal thoughts, hostility, agitation, and vivid dreams. The hosts discuss the drug's controversial history and the requirement for patients to monitor their mental health closely while using the product.

Keywords: [chantix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chantix.md), [smoking cessation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smoking-cessation.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [suicidal thoughts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicidal-thoughts.md), [nausea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nausea.md), [pharmaceutical advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-advertising.md)

### Chantix Marketing, Pfizer Warning Labels

- **Episode:** [208: Fat China](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/208-fat-china.md)
- **Published:** 2010-06-13
- **Time:** 1:24:23–1:27:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/208-fat-china/chapter/chantix-marketing-pfizer-warning-labels.md

A Chantix commercial featuring a woman named Robin is played to highlight the drug's official warnings. The ad admits to potential changes in behavior, hostility, and suicidal ideation. The hosts mock the "sugar pill" comparison in the clinical studies and the overall danger of the product compared to natural alternatives.

Keywords: [chantix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chantix.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [suicidal thoughts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicidal-thoughts.md), [nausea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nausea.md), [pharmaceutical ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-ads.md)

### Chantix Side Effects, Pfizer Marketing

- **Episode:** [185: VATBS vs AQAP](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/185-vatbs-vs-aqap.md)
- **Published:** 2010-03-25
- **Time:** 1:40:20–1:45:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/185-vatbs-vs-aqap/chapter/chantix-side-effects-pfizer-marketing.md

The smoking cessation drug Chantix is criticized for its severe side effects, including suicidal thoughts, hostility, and vivid hallucinations. Despite a long list of warnings in its commercials, the drug remains on the market. The hosts highlight that the military and aviation industries have banned its use due to the risk of users becoming "psychotic" or losing control of machinery.

Keywords: [chantix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chantix.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [smoking cessation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smoking-cessation.md), [suicidal thoughts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicidal-thoughts.md), [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md)

### Lyrica Side Effects, Fibromyalgia Treatment

- **Episode:** [185: VATBS vs AQAP](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/185-vatbs-vs-aqap.md)
- **Published:** 2010-03-25
- **Time:** 2:02:11–2:04:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/185-vatbs-vs-aqap/chapter/lyrica-side-effects-fibromyalgia-treatment.md

A commercial for the drug Lyrica, used to treat fibromyalgia, lists a wide array of dangerous side effects including suicidal thoughts, blurred vision, and significant weight gain. The hosts mock the ad's explanation of how nerves work and question why such high-risk drugs are prescribed for chronic pain. They suggest simpler alternatives like increased water intake for general health issues.

Keywords: [lyrica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lyrica.md), [fibromyalgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fibromyalgia.md), [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md), [suicidal thoughts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicidal-thoughts.md), nerve pain

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