Weight loss medications like Mounjaro (tirzepatide) have become hugely popular throughout the United States. Doctors all over America have prescribed similar medications to help people manage their type 2 diabetes and fight obesity. The demand for these medications remains extremely high. It’s been estimated that 12% of Americans have used Mounjaro and similar GLP-1 agonists.

While many people have found success from taking Mounjaro, this isn’t the whole story. Other Mounjaro patients who’ve the weight loss drug have experienced severe side effects. For some Mounjaro patients, the prescription weight loss drug has caused life-threatening health complications despite following their doctor’s orders.

If you experienced serious medical problems after taking Mounjaro in West Virginia, our attorneys can help you file a tirzepatide lawsuit. The lawyers at Bursor & Fisher, P.A. can discuss your eligibility for a legal claim during a free case review.


 

About Mounjaro (Tirzepatide)

Mounjaro is the brand name of an injectable tirzepatide medication developed to treat diabetes. These patients also lose weight as a result of taking the medication. Mounjaro is manufactured by Eli Lilly and Company.

Mounjaro received FDA approval for managing diabetes in 2022.

Zepbound is another tirzepatide medication manufactured by Eli Lilly and Company, though it is primarily prescribed to treat obesity and obstructive sleep apnea.

How Mounjaro and Other Tirzepatide Drugs Work

Mounjaro is a GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist).

GLP-1 is a naturally occurring hormone that helps regulate blood sugar and feelings of satiety. Tirzepatide mimics this hormone, which improves blood sugar levels, slows the movement of food from the stomach into the small intestine during digestion, and helps people feel satiated.

In other words, Mounjaro helps you feel full for a longer amount of time, which prevents you from consuming more calories throughout the day.

Drugs That Are Similar to Mounjaro

Even though Mounjaro is growing in popularity, many people use the brand name “Ozempic” as a catch-all term for GLP-1 drugs that treat diabetes or obesity. However, there are many different GLP-1 brand names, and not all of these medications are a semaglutide like Ozempic. Regardless, these semaglutide, liraglutide, and dulaglutide medications function much the same way as Mounjaro.

People in West Virginia may recognize these other popular brand names for modern weight loss drugs that are in high demand:

  • Ozempic (semaglutide from Novo Nordisk)
  • Rybelsus (semaglutide from Novo Nordisk)
  • Wegovy (semaglutide from Novo Nordisk)
  • Zepbound (tirzepatide from Eli Lilly and Company)
  • Saxenda (liraglutide from Novo Nordisk)
  • Victoza (liraglutide from Novo Nordisk)
  • Trulicity (dulaglutide from Eli Lilly and Company)

If you took any of the above prescription drugs and suffered major health complications, Bursor & Fisher, P.A. can help. Our law firm can represent West Virginia patients in Mounjaro lawsuits that involve the GLP-1 products listed above.

Common Side Effects from Taking Mounjaro

It’s common for patients to experience mild and temporary side effects when taking Mounjaro. These minor side effects include a lack of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, and dizziness.

In most cases, these minor side effects are common when patients start taking Mounjaro and other tirzepatide injections. The side effects typically subside over time as the patient gets used to taking the medication and their body adjusts to the dosage.

If mild side effects persist for a long period of time, it’s important to consult your doctor about the best course of action.

Serious Health Complications Linked to Mounjaro

Some Mounjaro patients in West Virginia have reported having serious side effects and health complications. In addition to a heightened risk of pancreatitis and gallstones, Mounjaro patients have also suffered from the following serious gastrointestinal issues:

  • Severe and Prolonged Vomiting – While nausea and some vomiting are normal side effects when taking tirzepatide, some patients vomit several times a day for two weeks or more. Frequent bouts of vomiting can cause severe dehydration, malnutrition, irritation and injury to the esophagus, acidic erosion of the tooth enamel, and tooth loss.
  • Stomach Paralysis (Gastroparesis) – Stomach paralysis is a condition in which the nerves and muscles of the stomach do not push food into the small intestine for further digestion. If gastroparesis is not treated, it could contribute to malnutrition, dehydration, the formation of a bezoar (a solid mass inside the stomach), and a host of other health problems.
  • Intestinal Obstruction – An intestinal obstruction is a blockage in the small intestine or part of the large intestine. Intestinal obstructions prevent food from traveling through a person’s GI tract for digestion and excretion. If an intestinal obstruction is not treated, it could cause death of the surrounding intestinal tissue and infection of the abdominal cavity (peritonitis).
  • Bowel Obstruction – Bowel obstructions are intestinal blockages that affect the large intestine and colon. Like obstructions of the small intestine, an untreated blockage in the bowel could lead to tissue death, peritonitis, or sepsis.

If a person on tirzepatide develops any of these gastrointestinal complications, they need immediate hospitalization and emergency medical care. In extreme cases of intestinal or bowel obstruction, a Mounjaro patient may need an ileostomy bag or a colostomy bag for the rest of their life. These health problems could prove fatal without urgent medical attention.

How Common Are These Serious Health Issues from Mounjaro Use?

Thankfully, the gastrointestinal complications listed above are rare. Many patients who have been prescribed Mounjaro have not required hospitalization or medical treatment to address the side effects they’ve experienced while on tirzepatide.

However, there are patients in West Virginia who have experienced serious side effects from Mounjaro even though they followed instructions to the letter. The team at Bursor & Fisher, P.A. is here to provide legal information and support to these people who’ve been adversely affected from taking tirzepatide and similar diabetes and weight loss medications as directed.

Symptoms and Warning Signs of Gastrointestinal Problems

If you are concerned that Mounjaro or another tirzepatide like Zepbound has caused a serious health issue, there are warning signs of GI issues. These are the most common symptoms of the medical complications we described above:

  • Frequent nausea
  • Excessive vomiting
  • Acid reflux (GERD)
  • Severe abdominal discomfort
  • Bloating or swelling of the abdomen
  • Loss of appetite
  • Lack of bowel movements

If you have experienced any of the symptoms listed above, seek immediate medical attention. When you are well enough, you can reach out to our West Virginia Mounjaro lawsuit lawyers for a free case review.

Can I File a Lawsuit for Health Problems Related to Mounjaro Use?

Potentially, yes. If your health was adversely affected by taking Mounjaro, you may be eligible to receive compensation from Eli Lilly and Company.

While Eli Lilly and Company provides warning labels about common side effects of their tirzepatide medications, their labels may not have provided adequate warnings about severe health risks such as stomach paralysis, intestinal blockages, bowel obstruction, or frequent and excessive vomiting.

Had people been warned about the severity of these rare complications, they might not have taken Mounjaro in the first place.

Eligibility to File a Mounjaro Lawsuit in West Virginia

You may qualify for a tirzepatide lawsuit if you were prescribed Mounjaro and suffered serious health complications as a result. However, the presence of certain medical conditions, past surgical procedures, or other health factors could block you from seeking compensation through legal action.

It’s important to speak with our West Virginia Mounjaro lawsuit lawyers as soon as possible. Our experienced team of attorneys can discuss what happened to you, the severity of your medical condition, and determine if you are eligible to seek compensation from Eli Lilly and Company in a legal action.

How Much Can I Win in a Mounjaro Lawsuit?

That depends on a number of factors that are unique to your experiences taking Mounjaro and your subsequent medical problems. We cannot provide an estimate without first reviewing your case.

As part of the free case evaluation, our tirzepatide lawsuit attorneys can discuss the physical harm, lasting difficulties, and financial losses you experienced from taking Mounjaro and what that could mean for the value of your legal claim.

Why Choose Bursor & Fisher, P.A. for Your Mounjaro Lawsuit

The attorneys of Bursor & Fisher, P.A. are nationwide leaders in complex, high-stakes litigation. Since 2008, our law firm has secured numerous multi-million dollar verdicts in large lawsuits. This includes a $267 million jury verdict against a debt collector who was found to have violated the Telephone Consumer Protection Act.

With law offices in Miami, New York City, and the San Francisco Bay Area, our firm has represented more than 160 million people in legal actions—that’s roughly 1 in every 2 Americans.

In addition to offering free case evaluations, Bursor & Fisher, P.A. operates on a contingency fee basis. That means you don’t pay our attorneys anything unless we can recover money for you.

How Can I Learn More About Filing a Mounjaro Lawsuit?

If you or someone you care about has experienced severe medical complications after taking tirzepatide injections, contact our Mounjaro lawyers serving West Virginia about filing a lawsuit. Our Mounjaro injury attorneys can determine if you qualify for a lawsuit during a free case review.

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