South Carolina Personal Injury Law Blog
In recent years, millions of Americans have turned to drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Rybelsus to manage type 2 diabetes or achieve weight loss. These medications have quickly become household names, but behind the hype lies a growing body of evidence linking these drugs to serious health problems. These medications, known as GLP-1 receptor agonists, were initially developed to regulate blood sugar by mimicking a natural hormone that affects appetite and insulin. What started as a treatment for diabetes has since become a massive off-label market for weight loss, fueled by social media trends and aggressive marketing campaigns. But what many patients didn’t realize was that taking these drugs could come at an extraordinary cost to their health.
Reports now show that hundreds of patients have developed a condition called gastroparesis, a chronic disorder that affects the stomach’s ability to empty food, leading to vomiting, malnutrition, and unrelenting nausea. For some, the condition becomes permanent, requiring feeding tubes or repeated hospitalizations. Others have suffered from intestinal obstructions, pancreatitis, and kidney damage caused by dehydration from recurrent vomiting. In the most alarming cases, individuals have reportedly gone blind after using these medications. GLP-1 use is now linked to developing a condition called NAION, a form of optic nerve damage that causes sudden, irreversible vision loss.
Despite these serious risks, many patients were never warned. In fact, a growing number of lawsuits allege that drugmakers failed to properly disclose the full range of side effects linked to GLP-1 drugs. The consequences have been life-changing. People who trusted their doctors and believed they were making smart decisions for their health are now left struggling with permanent injuries. Many say they never would have taken the medication had they known what could happen.
As of 2025, thousands of lawsuits have been filed against the makers of Ozempic and similar drugs. Experts anticipate even more people will come forward as public awareness increases. Some medical professionals have even questioned whether these drugs should have been prescribed so broadly given the growing list of serious side effects. If you or someone you care about has experienced stomach paralysis, intestinal issues, vision loss, or other complications after using a GLP-1 drug, it’s important to know that you may have legal rights.
At Knie & Shealy Law Offices, we believe drug manufacturers should be held accountable for failing to adequately warn patients and healthcare providers of the dangers of GLP-1 drugs. No one should have to suffer or bear the burden of medical bills because of a drug they were told was safe.
Call us today at (864) 582-5118 for a free consultation. You may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries, and we’re here to help you seek justice