If you or a loved one has experienced severe side effects after using Ozempic, you’re not alone. Leandros A. Vrionedes, P.C., a law firm with over 30 years of experience in personal injury cases, is here to stand up for your rights and help you seek the compensation you deserve.
What is Ozempic?
Ozempic is a prescription medication approved by the FDA for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and, in some cases, for weight management in adults. It belongs to a class of drugs known as GLP-1 receptor agonists, which work by stimulating insulin production, lowering blood sugar levels, and reducing appetite. Administered through once-weekly injections, Ozempic has become a popular option for individuals looking to manage their diabetes or achieve weight loss goals. However, its rising use has also led to increased reports of serious side effects, sparking significant legal and medical scrutiny.
Ozempic Litigation
The litigation surrounding Ozempic focuses on allegations that the drug’s manufacturer failed to adequately warn patients and healthcare providers about the potential for severe side effects. Plaintiffs contend that with proper warning, patients could have made more informed decisions about their treatment options.
Leandros A. Vrionedes, P.C. is at the forefront of this litigation, advocating for those who have suffered due to inadequate warnings and side effects of Ozempic. Our goal is to hold the manufacturer accountable and secure compensation for our clients’ medical expenses, pain, suffering, and other damages.
Why Legal Action is Important
Pursuing legal action serves a dual purpose: it provides a pathway for affected individuals to receive the compensation they need for recovery and future care, and it holds pharmaceutical companies accountable for their products. This accountability is crucial for ensuring higher safety standards and more transparent communication about potential risks.
Are You Affected by Ozempic or Wegovy
If you or a loved one has taken Ozempic or Wegovy and has been diagnosed and hospitalized with at least one of the following health issues below, and the injury occurred while taking the drug or within 6 months of stopping (unless the injury is pancreatic cancer, which could have occurred much longer after stopping) contact Leandros A. Vrionedes, P.C. today for a free, confidential consultation:
- Gastroparesis (severe or permanent stomach paralysis, also known as delayed gastric emptying, and often documented as gastric stasis, stomach paralysis, or gastric obstruction)
- Cyclical vomiting (persistent vomiting for 2 weeks or more)
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Ileus or bowel obstruction
- Intestinal blockages
- Gallbladder removal (prior to 2022 only)
- Intraoperative Pulmonary Aspiration
- Malnutrition-related disorders (sarcopenia, Wernicke encephalopathy, vitamin deficiencies)
- Pancreatic cancer
