Researchers documented these milestones in uncovering the vision risks: Summer 2023: Three NAION cases presented at Mass Eye and Ear within a short period, all involving semaglutide users July 2024: Publication of the landmark Harvard study in JAMA Ophthalmology revealing increased NAION risk December 2024: Danish researchers published supporting studies involving over 424,000 patients 2025: Multiple international studies confirmed the association between semaglutide and vision problems The pivotal Harvard study analyzed medical records from 16,827 patients treated between 2017 and 2023, comparing those prescribed semaglutide against patients using other diabetes or weight loss medications
In findings from the STEP TEENS phase 3a trial, adolescents aged 12 to 17 years with obesity or overweight and at least one weight-related coexisting condition were randomly assigned 2:1 to receive semaglutide 2.4 mg (Wegovy, Novo Nordisk) or placebo for 68 weeks
Punitive damages : In some cases, you might be able to pursue punitive damages if it is proven that the drug manufacturer acted with gross negligence or malicious intent
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Here are some key long-term side effects associated with semaglutide: Gallbladder problems : Increased risk of gallstones and gallbladder inflammation, leading to abdominal pain, fever, nausea, and vomiting
I let my boss know and he was pretty understanding, especially when he noticed I was losing weight