If you are struggling with loss of vision or changes to your health due to taking GLP-1 drugs, you may have the right to seek legal action against the manufacturer. There are current lawsuits filed against several manufacturers of these drugs. You may be able to join those lawsuits with the help of our trusted legal team.
If you were diagnosed with NAION – a condition often resulting in blindness, and you were prescribed GLP-1s, contact Kwartler Manus to discuss your case. We can help you determine the best legal option for your unique situation.
What You Should Know About NAION Lawsuits Related to GLP-1 Use
People taking glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications for diabetes or weight loss have experienced a significantly higher rate of the development of non-arteric ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION). This condition can cause changes to vision, including the sudden onset of loss of vision in one eye. A recent study from Harvard Medical School & Mass General Brigham has found that 9% of diabetic patients taking Semaglutide developed NAION. In a comparison study, just 1.8% of those not taking GLP-1s developed NAION. That is four times as many.
Because of this and other studies, victims have taken action against the manufacturers of these drugs, including Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly. These two manufacturers produced GLP-1s under brand names such as:
- Trulicity
- Ozempic
- Wegovy
- Saxenda
- Mounjaro
- Rylesus
- Zepbound
- Victoza
If you believe you are also suffering from NAION as a result of taking one of these medications, reach out to a product liability attorney at our firm. It is critical that you act quickly so that you can be a part of the current lawsuits (or others) that may develop.
What Lawsuits Are Pending?
There are currently over 1800 lawsuits filed against Ozempic for NAION and other types of injuries resulting from taking the medication. Other drug manufacturers are also facing the same types of actions as a result.
The key to remember here is that these are complex cases because numerous people have now filed lawsuits against the company. Because so many people have filed lawsuits, the courts have created an MDL, or multidistrict litigation. This means that several lawsuits that have been filed in various districts across the country have now been consolidated to allow a single court to hear complaints and make decisions.
As of May 2025, MDL No. 3094—Eastern District of Pennsylvania has been created to consolidate all claims related to Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Rybelsus. The claims stem from patients who took the drugs and experienced serious gastrointestinal discomfort and vision-related side effects.
The lawsuits claim that the manufacturer failed to warn about the serious risk and, therefore, should be responsible for the losses suffered by those patients. The court has not ruled on this yet. The case is currently being navigated. You can still join this litigation if you qualify. To do so, contact our product liability attorney at Kwartler Manus.
What Could Happen if You Join a NAION Lawsuit for GLP-1s?
While the courts gather evidence and hear testimony, victims have to go on with their lives, unable to see the face of their loved one or navigate the tasks they take on every day, the way they have. As a result, you are suffering. If your product liability attorney can prove that you are suffering due to the lack of warning from the manufacturer, then we can hold them accountable for the losses you have.
There is no estimated timeline for reaching a decision just yet, and no dollar amount has been promised to any victim. The court is still navigating these decisions. However, for people who are facing blindness due to a diagnosis of NAION after taking GLP-1s, the potential for a high-dollar recovery is there. It is critical that you join this lawsuit or work with our legal team to ensure your voice is heard.
How Can You Join a Class Action Lawsuit Against GLIP-1s?
Many people are struggling with complications from the use of GLP-1s. If you are struggling through sudden vision loss, your first step is to contact our legal team. Here is what you can expect.
A Full Case Review
Our legal team will discuss your case with you, gathering all information about what took place and what you believe caused it. We will speak to doctors, gather insight into your other symptoms, and verify that your situation is similar to what is happening to others.
Note that NAION claims are now separate from claims for GI or other types of lawsuits facing these manufacturers. As a result, it is critical that you hire an attorney with experience in this area to help you. To do so, our attorneys will verify that your case is similar to others and then help you file a claim alongside other victims.
Set Up a Free Consultation Now
The sooner you act, the better. Contact Kwartler Manus now to discuss your case with our legal team. We can help you determine whether you qualify for the NAION lawsuit against GLP-1 manufacturers.