According to the FDA, in rare situations, some patients have suffered from gastroparesis (paralyzed stomach) after taking the popular weight loss medicine, Ozempic.
Why are people suing Ozempic and other weight-loss medications?
According to USA Today, numerous people have filed cases against Ozempic and similar medications after experiencing life-altering negative effects. Paulsen Bronston, an Arizona resident, was administered Ozempic by his doctor to help manage his diabetes. In 2018, the doctor who provided him the medication stated that the “benefits outweighed any risk of side effects.”
That was not the case for Bronston, who required gallbladder removal after months of acute diarrhea and discomfort. Recalling his agony, Bronston told the outlet, “It started hurting badly. I got yellow eyes and stuff like that. Next thing you know, I was in the hospital, having my gallbladder removed.”
According to the report, approximately 60 lawsuits are currently ongoing in Philadelphia before US District Judge Gene E. K. Pratter. Bronston’s lawyer, Anthony G. Simon, stated that many “patients have lifelong problems.” A San Diego lawyer explained that his firm represents 2,000 people who have dealt with side effects from diabetes and weight loss drugs.
Van Arsdale’s clients include Monica Church and Bob Tuttle, who have faced life-altering effects after Ozempic usage. “I couldn’t eat anything. I couldn’t drink anything. And I had such burning in my stomach and my chest that nothing helped,” Church said. Meanwhile, Tuttle revealed, “Since all this has happened, I’ve just gotten less active. I’m not able to run and gun like I used to.”
What are the possible negative effects of Ozempic?
Drugwatch.com lists the following as the most prevalent Ozempic adverse effects:
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
More serious side effects of Ozempic, though less common, are:
- Acute gallbladder disease
- Acute kidney injury
- Allergic reactions
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Hypoglycemia (when used with insulin or sulfonylurea)
- Increased risk of thyroid tumors
- Pancreatitis
It is crucial to note that these lists are not inclusive, as other studies have linked several more major adverse effects to using Ozempic. According to the FDA, on rare occasions, people have developed gastroparesis, or a paralyzed stomach, after taking the popular weight loss medication.