Should You Be Worried If You’ve Taken Ozempic, Mounjaro, or Wegovy?

Semaglutide drugs, such as Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy, have gained popularity for their effectiveness in managing blood sugar levels and aiding in weight loss. However, like many medications, Ozempic is not without its potential risks and side effects. Adverse effects of taking the medicines continue to be reported, including a form of stomach paralysis called gastroparesis. If you or a loved one have taken Ozempic and are concerned about its impact on your health, you’re not alone.

Below, the experienced product liability attorneys at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas and Cannavo, P.C. describe what you should do if you have concerns about your health following these medications.

What Happened With Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy?

Ozempic is an injectable prescription semaglutide medication commonly used to treat Type 2 diabetes. This medication, as well as the related Mounjaro and Wegovy, work by mimicking the effects of a naturally occurring hormone in the body called GLP-1, which helps regulate blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin release, reducing the production of glucose in the liver and promoting a feeling of fullness, which can aid in weight management.

Originally intended to treat people with Type 2 diabetes, they are now commonly prescribed to treat obesity and help patients lose weight.

Many drugs have side effects. However, manufacturers of the drugs have not made it clear that users may experience potentially severe unintended and undisclosed side effects, including cyclical vomiting, stomach paralysis, gastroparesis, pancreatic cancer, and intestinal blockages that have been reported to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

You may be concerned if you have taken these medications. Published studies show that patients who use semaglutide drugs, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, may be at an increased risk of intestinal obstructions.  

Some of the effects of intestinal obstruction include: 

• Indigestion
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Malnutrition
• Bloated stomach
• Feeling full very quickly
• Upper abdominal pain
• Loss of appetite
• Constipation

Is There a Lawsuit Against Ozempic for Weight Loss?

A lawsuit filed in August surrounds reports of severe GI-related issues, including gastroparesis. The suit alleges drug makers failed to warn consumers of the gastrointestinal harm they may face when using this medication.

Ozempic patients describe suffering from severe gastrointestinal events, including extreme vomiting, stomach pain, gastrointestinal burning, hospitalization for stomach issues, lost teeth due to excessive vomiting, additional medications to alleviate excessive vomiting, and throwing up whole food hours after eating.

How Do I File a Claim in the Mounjaro, Wegovy, or Ozempic Lawsuit?

Doctors are increasingly prescribing these semaglutide drugs for weight loss. However, their manufacturers do not warn of the potentially severe gastrointestinal injuries that can occur after use. These injuries can include cyclical vomiting and gastroparesis, which is a condition that affects normal muscle movement in the stomach and causes severe intestinal distress. 

Our experienced product liability lawyers are investigating Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro cases. If you or someone you know used Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro and suffered from severe vomiting or gastroparesis or have been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, you may be entitled to compensation. Reach out to one of our reputable team of personal injury lawyers at SPBMCC today to request a free consultation. 

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