The Legal Options an Ozempic Victim Has

 

When Ozempic was introduced to the world as a magic pill for weight loss, its Google search increased by 5000%. It literally took the world by storm and skyrocketed its manufacturer, Novo Nordisk, to the top of the pharmaceutical industry.

However, alongside its success stories, a growing number of Ozempic users have reported experiencing severe side effects. One of these side effects happens to be gastroparesis caused by Ozempic. Several users of the drug have become victims of these side effects, which they were not previously warned about.

A product liability lawsuit is the best course of action moving forward. But, before a victim can file a claim, they need to be aware of all the nitty-gritty involved. And that’s what this article is about.

Ozempic’s Use and Side Effects

Ozempic belongs to a class of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. It works by mimicking a natural hormone called GLP-1, which helps regulate blood sugar levels and satiety (feeling full).

This effect primarily helps to reduce and manage the sugar levels of people with diabetes. No doubt Ozempic has demonstrably improved the lives of many, but it's not without risks.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has received numerous adverse event reports associated with Ozempic use.

Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, and constipation. However, more and more people have begun to come forward with more severe cases, including pancreatitis, thyroid tumors, and even gallbladder problems. 

Legal Options for Ozempic Victims

If you have experienced severe side effects after taking Ozempic, you may have legal recourse. Here's a breakdown of some potential legal options:

Product Liability Lawsuit

This is the most common way for people who were hurt by Ozempic to take legal action. In this type of lawsuit, you would claim that Novo Nordisk either didn't warn people enough about the risks of Ozempic or that the medicine itself is faulty.

To win, you'd need to prove Ozempic caused your problems and that Novo Nordisk knew or should have known about the risks but didn't tell anyone.

Personal Injury Lawsuit

This is a broader type of lawsuit that can cover more than just not being warned about risks. For example, you could claim that Novo Nordisk purposely lied to doctors and patients about how safe Ozempic really is.

Class-Action Lawsuit

This involves finding other people who were also harmed by Ozempic, joining forces, and suing Novo Nordisk as one big group. This can be a faster and cheaper way to get the money you deserve.

Is ADR an Option?

The litigation process can be long and expensive. Some victims might prefer to try out Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods like mediation and arbitration. These methods offer a faster and potentially less costly way to settle.

In mediation, a neutral third party facilitates communication between you and the manufacturer to reach a mutually agreeable outcome. Arbitration, on the other hand, involves a neutral arbitrator who makes a binding decision, like a judge would in a normal court.

You should note that once a decision is reached using these ADR methods, you no longer have the right to proceed to court.

 

 

Proving Liability in an Ozempic Lawsuit

If you believe Ozempic caused you serious harm, you may have grounds for a product liability lawsuit. These lawsuits hold manufacturers accountable for placing a defective or unreasonably dangerous product on the market. To win such a case, you'll need to demonstrate the following:

• You were prescribed and took Ozempic as directed
• You suffered a recognized side effect of Ozempic
• Your injury was caused by Ozempic, not another factor
• The potential dangers of Ozempic outweighed the potential benefits

Wrapping Up

Whether you bought Ozempic for its diabetic benefits or its weight loss promise, you did not sign up to become a guinea pig for Novo Nordisk’s research or experiment. It’s a popular opinion that the company knew about these side effects yet withheld the information in a bid to make extra profit.

You deserve a cut of that profit, which was made at your expense. With a competent lawyer by your side, you can explore all your available legal options and proceed with the one that works best, given your situation.