Ozempic Lawsuit Lawyers

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Ozempic is a leading diabetes medication that has recently become a popular treatment for weight loss too, along with other Semaglutide-based drugs like Wegovy and Rybelsus. 

But new studies have suggested that medications containing Semaglutide can increase the chance of significant medical complications, including gallbladder disease, intestinal blockage or obstruction, pancreatitis, acute kidney injuries, gastroparesis (stomach paralysis), DVT (deep vein thrombosis), and suicidal ideation. 

Hensley Legal Group is investigating potential lawsuits over gallbladder and intestinal issues from the use of Semaglutide-based drugs like Ozempic for weight loss.   

If you have had major complications after taking Ozempic or other Semaglutide medications, you might be eligible to receive compensation.  Please call or text us at (317) 472-3333, chat with us online, or fill out our contact form to learn more. 

What Is Ozempic? 

Ozempic is an injectable drug used for the management of diabetes.  Its active ingredient is Semaglutide, which was created by Danish pharmaceutical manufacturer Novo Nordisk to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes in coordination with diet and exercise. 

Semaglutide decreases blood sugar levels and may enhance the growth of pancreatic beta cells, which are responsible for the production and release of insulin. 

In 2017, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Ozempic to treat type 2 diabetes and reduce the likelihood of cardiovascular problems.  Ozempic is a once-a-week injectable medication, though Novo Nordisk also produces a similar Semaglutide-based diabetes drug called Rybelsus, which is a once-daily oral tablet. 

Ozempic was originally designed and marketed for the treatment of diabetes symptoms, but researchers at the University of Leeds found that the drug could be effective in treating obesity too.  Patients using Ozempic reported feeling full or satisfied more quickly, which helped them reduce their food intake and overall body fat. 

Following this study, Ozempic became a sought-after weight loss aid, though the FDA has not yet approved Ozempic for the sole purpose of weight loss and Ozempic’s official website still asserts that it is “not a weight-loss drug.”  However, the FDA has approved another Semaglutide medication from Novo Nordisk called Wegovy, which is marketed for long-term weight management in adults with at least one other weight-related condition.  

Even though the FDA has received reports of over 13,000 adverse health events from the use of Semaglutide drugs, including at least 148 deaths, Ozempic’s popularity has continued to skyrocket among users seeking to take advantage of its weight loss properties. The demand has grown so high that the FDA added Ozempic to the agency’s drug shortages list in 2023, the same year that the initial Ozempic lawsuits were filed.

Ozempic Linked to Gallbladder Disease

A 2022 FDA review has revealed that Ozempic may be linked to acute cholecystitis, also known as acute gallbladder disease, with at least 42 percent of individuals who developed gallbladder disease experiencing the onset of the condition within 90 days of starting treatment with Ozempic.

Gallbladder removal may be necessary to treat this condition, and at least three of these cases have resulted in death, but Novo Nordisk did not issue warnings about potential gallbladder complications until March 2022, when the study had already been conducted and released with the knowledge of the drugmaker.

Other Serious Medical Complications from Ozempic

In addition to gallbladder disease, researchers have identified an increased risk of intestinal obstruction with the continued use of Semaglutide, which reduces motility in the gut. Changes in gut motility may cause the small intestine to become inelastic and fibrotic, which in turn could lead to obstructions that may require surgery to prevent severe injury or death. The study found that type 2 diabetics may be 4.5 times as likely to develop intestinal blockages from using Semaglutide drugs like Ozempic.

Furthermore, research suggests that Ozempic could cause fecal incontinence and/or constipation as well. Numerous individuals who have used the drug report that they have passed stools in bed at night, while others claim to feel uncomfortable with leaving their homes because they are afraid of experiencing fecal incontinence in public.

Other medical complications from Ozempic may include:

· Pancreatitis

· Acute kidney injuries

· Gastroparesis (stomach paralysis)

· Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

· Bile duct disease

· Esophageal damage

· Ileus (inability to contract and pass waste through the intestines)

· Malnutrition-related disorders

· Intraoperative pulmonary aspiration

· Pancreatic cancer

· Suicidal ideation

· Hair loss

The FDA added intestinal blockage/obstruction and ileus to the warning label for Ozempic in September 2023. The agency has since announced that it is evaluating reports of hair loss, suicidal thoughts, and aspiration under sedation and anesthesia related to Ozempic use, though warnings have not been issued about these and many other dangerous side effects.

If you suffered a complication that is not included on the Ozempic warning label, or if a side effect appeared before it was included, compensation might be recoverable through an Ozempic lawsuit lawyer. For more information, call or text (317) 472-3333, chat with us online, or contact us here.

Who Is Likely to Experience Health Issues from Ozempic?

The complications from Semaglutide drugs like Ozempic are only starting to emerge, though certain users seem to be more prone to adverse health events.

Based on current evidence, you may be more likely to experience health issues from Ozempic if you:

· Take high doses of the medication

· Use it for a lengthy period of time

· Take it for weight loss purposes

While most Ozempic lawsuit plaintiffs fit the above profile, they are not necessarily the only individuals at risk from using Ozempic and other Semaglutide drugs. If you are taking these types of medications, you might want to consider talking to your doctor about side effects and undergo testing for known complications.

Are You Eligible to File an Ozempic Lawsuit?

We are finding out more about the possible hazards of Semaglutide medications every day. As our understanding of the damages associated with drugs like Ozempic continues to grow, the pool of Ozempic lawsuit plaintiffs may grow as well.

At the present time, if you have developed serious gallbladder or intestinal issues after taking Ozempic, Rybelsus, or Wegovy for weight loss, Hensley Legal Group is available to discuss this matter with you further.

What Can You Expect If You Pursue an Ozempic Lawsuit?

When you speak with our firm, a knowledgeable legal professional will go over your medical history and determine whether you have grounds for an Ozempic lawsuit.

If you decide to pursue a case, compensation may be recoverable for the losses you have incurred from your Ozempic-related personal injuries, including:

· Medical bills

· Lost income

· Pain and suffering

· Permanent impairment

· Diminished quality of life

You may be worried about committing to more expenditures at this moment, but you should know that our firm works on a contingency basis. This means that you will not owe us anything until we win your case.

Hensley is willing to shoulder all the burdens involved in building your Ozempic lawsuit.

Schedule a Free Case Review Today

Hensley Legal Group has been standing up for the innocent victims of negligence for more than 25 years. We are ready to do whatever it takes to get justice for you and your family.

Schedule a free case review about your Ozempic-related injuries today by calling or texting us at (317) 472-3333, chatting with us online, or filling out our online contact form.

DISCLAIMER: Please consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medical care.