Lawsuit Highlights Severe Side Effects of Popular Weight-Loss Drugs

Patient claims Ozempic and Wegovy caused life-threatening complications, prompting scrutiny over drug safety warnings.

Juanita Gantt alleges that semaglutide drugs led to her colon removal and use of an ileostomy bag.
The lawsuit argues that Novo Nordisk failed to adequately warn about serious side effects like stomach paralysis and bowel obstruction.
Doctors emphasize that while GLP-1 medications are effective, they come with significant risks that require close monitoring.
Novo Nordisk maintains that the lawsuit is without merit and stands by the safety of its products.
Millions of Americans use these drugs, raising concerns about the potential for more severe cases.