What Is the Tepezza Hearing Loss Lawsuit?

he Tepezza hearing loss lawsuit refers to a growing number of lawsuits being filed against Horizon Therapeutics over the manufacturers failure to warn about the permanent hearing loss or Tinnitus side effects caused by the Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) drug, Tepezza. While the manufacturer disclosed a 10% risk of hearing problems discovered during clinical trials, studies have found that up to 65% of patients have developed new, worsening or permanent hearing problems.

Who is Eligible for a Tepezza Hearing Loss Lawsuit?

Financial benefits may be available through a Tepezza settlement or lawsuit payout for individuals who received multiple Tepezza infusions, and were diagnosed with any of the following conditions; Permanent or partial hearing loss Tinnitus (ringing of the ears) Autophony Ear plugging sensation Eustachian tube dysfunction Hyperacusis Hypoacusis Other permanent hearing problems

How Does Tepezza Cause Hearing Loss?

Tepezza can cause hearing loss by blocking a protein called IGF-1R, which plays a crucial role in the growth and maintenance of the cells responsible for transmitting sound waves in the inner ear. By blocking this protein it dulls the sensory cells that are essential for hearing, which can lead to permanent cell damage and the onset of hearing problems.

What are the hearing loss side effects of Tepezza?

A wide range of hearing loss side effects after Tepezza infusions have been reported by individuals, including; Sensorineural Hearing loss Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) Patulous Eustachian tube Clicking and popping sounds Deafness Difficulty hearing Dizziness and balance problems Ear plugging sensation Muffled sounds Sensitivity to certain sounds Problems hearing words in noisy environments Pain mimicking an ear infection Voice sounding abnormally loud and low-pitched

Is Tepezza Hearing Loss Permanent?

Multiple reports of permanent hearing loss after Tepezza infusions have been reported. While Horizon claims that Tepezza side effects will resolve within three months of stopping infusions, a study published in the American Journal of Ophthalmology in 2022 found that 55% of Tepezza patients continued to suffer earing loss after eight months of stopping Tepezza infusions.

Is there a Tepezza Class Action Lawsuit?

The U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation has ordered all Tepezza hearing loss lawsuits filed throughout the federal court system to be centralized in the Northern District of Illinois before U.S. District Judge Thomas Durkin, where the cases will undergo coordinated discovery and pretrial proceedings under a single Tepezza Product Liability multidistrict litigation.

What is the Average Tepezza Settlement Amount?

With the first Tepezza hearing loss lawsuits being filed in late 2022, there have not yet been any settlements or Tepezza lawsuit payouts by the manufacturer, so the average settlement amount has not been determined. However, as cases go to trial or Tepezza settlements are reported, we will track the average payouts here.

Did the FDA update the Tepezza warning label?

In July 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved an updated Tepezza drug warning label. The update includes crucial information in the “Warnings and Precautions” section, highlighting that Tepezza may cause serious and irreversible hearing loss, stating; “Tepezza may cause severe hearing impairment including hearing loss, which in some cases may be permanent. Assess patients’ hearing before, during, and after treatment with Tepezza and consider the benefit-risk of treatment with patients.”

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March 12, 2024 By: Irvin Jackson

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March 04, 2024 By: Irvin Jackson

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Tepezza Hearing Loss Lawsuit

Horizon Therapeutics Files Motion To Dismiss Tepezza Hearing Loss Bellwether Claims

Tepezza Settlement Talks For Hearing Loss Claims Will Commence Next Month

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Lawsuits Over Tepezza and Hearing Loss Will Be Prepared For First Jury Trial in March 2026

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