Sudden Vision Loss After Using GLP-1 Drugs Like Ozempic? What You Need to Know About NAION
Medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus, Trulicity, Mounjaro, and Zepbound have become increasingly popular for managing Type 2 diabetes and supporting weight loss. But for some patients, these drugs have been linked to a rare and devastating side effect—non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION), a form of permanent vision loss.
If you or someone you love experienced vision problems after taking one of these drugs, here’s what we’re currently investigating.
What Is NAION?
NAION is a type of optic nerve stroke that causes sudden, painless vision loss, usually in one eye. It often happens overnight and is typically irreversible.
A recent study published in JAMA Ophthalmology has raised concern about a possible link between semaglutide—the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy—and this serious condition.
Because semaglutide and tirzepatide function in essentially the same way, many fear that the findings revealed in the semaglutide study could mean that similar risks could exist with the use of tirzepatide—the active ingredient in Zepbound and Mounjaro.
Which Medications Are Currently Involved in Our Investigation?
We’re currently investigating cases involving the following brand-name GLP-1 receptor agonists:
- Ozempic
- Wegovy
- Rybelsus
- Trulicity
- Mounjaro
- Zepbound
At this time, we are focusing on brand-name prescriptions—not compounded or generic versions.
What We’re Looking Into
We are reviewing reports of vision loss that occurred while patients were using these medications. While each case is different, here are some common factors that may support a claim:
- A diagnosis of NAION while taking the drug
- Permanent vision impairment
- Use of brand-name GLP-1 medications
- Stopping the drug around the time symptoms appeared
- Emergency room visits or hospitalizations related to vision loss
- Age 75 or younger at the time of diagnosis
- Even if you’re unsure whether your situation fits these details exactly, it’s worth having your case reviewed.
What to Do If You’ve Been Affected
If you believe a GLP-1 medication may have caused your vision loss, here are the next steps:
- Preserve your records – Keep any prescription bottles, packaging, pharmacy receipts, or emails from your doctor.
- Get medical confirmation – An eye specialist or neurologist can help confirm the diagnosis.
- Talk to a lawyer – We can help you understand whether you may have a case and what your options are.
At Belt, Bruner & Barnett Personal Injury Lawyers, we’re actively investigating these cases. If you or a loved one suffered sudden vision loss while taking Ozempic or another GLP-1 medication, our personal injury lawyers are ready to listen and help you move forward.
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