If you or a loved one has suffered serious side effects like gallbladder disease or stomach paralysis after taking Ozempic—a medication prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes—you may be wondering about your legal options. Filing an Ozempic lawsuit allows you to seek compensation for the physical, emotional, and financial harm you’ve endured due to the drug’s undisclosed risks. However, not everyone is eligible for litigation.
Why Are People Filing Lawsuits Against Ozempic’s Manufacturer?
Many patients are filing lawsuits against Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer of Ozempic, after experiencing severe gastrointestinal complications. The main issue involves gastroparesis, a condition where the stomach becomes partially paralyzed, preventing proper digestion and causing food to move too slowly or stop moving altogether. This serious condition leads to persistent vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, bloating, and potential malnutrition.
By taking legal action, affected patients are seeking compensation for damages like:
- Ongoing medical care
- Lost wages and earning potential
- Diminished quality of life
- Chronic pain
- Permanent impairments
- Emotional distress
- Rehabilitation costs
Lawsuits are also being filed for conditions like intestinal blockage, intestinal obstruction, and ileus. Plaintiffs claim that Novo Nordisk failed to adequately warn patients and healthcare providers about these severe risks, leading to unnecessary and life-altering complications. Although the U.S. Food and Drug Administration added warnings about intestinal blockage and related complications in September 2023, many patients had already suffered harm before they were implemented.
Who Qualifies for Legal Action After Taking Ozempic?
You may qualify to file an Ozempic lawsuit if you developed gastroparesis, ileus, or another associated condition after taking the medication. However, you may not qualify if you previously underwent gastric bypass, gastric banding, or gastric sleeve procedures.
The only way to know for certain if you have a valid claim is to consult with an attorney who handles medication-related lawsuits. An Ozempic lawyer can evaluate the specifics of your medical history, the timing of your Ozempic use, your subsequent diagnosis, and other relevant factors to determine your options for compensation. The criteria for inclusion may change as more evidence emerges and litigation progresses, and your lawyer will be up to date on any new requirements.
What to Do If You Have Been Harmed by Ozempic
If you believe Ozempic has caused you serious complications, it is important to act quickly. Your health and legal rights may depend on it. Take the following steps as soon as possible:
- Seek immediate medical attention and ensure your healthcare provider fully documents your symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Request and organize all medical records, including doctor visits, hospital stays, prescribed medications, and test results.
- Keep a detailed journal documenting your symptoms, their severity, and how they affect your daily life.
- Preserve all evidence of your Ozempic prescription, including medication bottles, pharmacy receipts, and insurance claims related to the medication.
- Contact a pharmaceutical litigation attorney as soon as possible to discuss your eligibility and start the filing process.
Don’t Wait—Contact Estey & Bomberger, LLP Today
If you have suffered serious health complications after taking Ozempic, you need strong legal representation to pursue justice. Estey & Bomberger, LLP has successfully challenged pharmaceutical giants and recovered hundreds of millions for clients harmed by dangerous medications.
Our attorneys will carefully evaluate your case, explain your legal options, and fight tirelessly for the compensation you deserve. Contact us at (800) 260-7197 today for a free, confidential consultation.