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Manufacturer Horizon Therapeutics failed to warn patients that the Thyroid Eye Disease drug Tepezza could cause permanent deafness and severe tinnitus.
*Studies indicate up to 65% of patients affected.
Tepezza is the first FDA-approved drug for Thyroid Eye Disease (TED). While effective for eye symptoms, post-market studies revealed a shocking side effect: permanent hearing damage.
A 2021 study by the Endocrine Society found that 65% of patients experienced hearing issues, far higher than the 10% reported by the manufacturer during clinical trials. Lawsuits allege Horizon Therapeutics prioritized profits over patient safety by failing to update warning labels until forced to in 2023.
Partial or total loss of hearing requiring aids.
Constant ringing, buzzing, or hissing in ears.
Extreme sensitivity to normal environmental sounds.
Hearing one's own voice/breathing unusually loud.
Fact: In July 2023, the FDA mandated a label change for Tepezza to warn about the risk of permanent hearing impairment.
Settlements aim to cover the cost of hearing aids, medical treatment, and the significant impact on quality of life.
Temporary hearing loss that resolved after stopping treatment, or mild tinnitus.
Permanent partial hearing loss requiring hearing aids, or severe, documented tinnitus.
Profound/Total hearing loss, cochlear implants required, significant impact on daily life/career.
Updates on MDL 3032 (Northern District of Illinois).
Court UpdateJudge Thomas Durkin has issued a scheduling order for the first bellwether trials, which are expected to begin in early 2025. Discovery is now focused on Horizon's internal communications.
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Study ResultsNew research confirms that up to 65% of patients suffer otologic symptoms, contradicting the 10% rate originally claimed by the manufacturer.
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FDA ActionFollowing mounting evidence of irreversible hearing damage, the FDA has required Horizon Therapeutics to add a specific warning about permanent hearing impairment.
Read Article →If you suffered hearing loss after Tepezza infusions, you may be eligible for compensation for hearing aids and medical care.
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