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Teprotumumab (Tepezza) Lawsuits are being filed across the nation following the release of studies that show an association between Tepezza and an increased risk of hearing loss. If you or a member of your family were prescribed and given intravenous (IV) infusions of Tepezza and developed hearing problems, you or your loved one could be qualified to file a Tepezza hearing loss lawsuit seeking substantial compensation for your hearing damage. To receive your free consultation, please call our national law firm at 1-800-YOUR-LAWYER (1-800-968-7529) before your case’s time limits run out.

What Does Teprotumumab (Tepezza) Treat?

Patients who suffer from Thyroid Eye Disease, also known as TED and Rundle’s Curve, are frequently prescribed Tepezza. Tepezza is only given to patients through intravenous therapy. Thyroid Eye Disease is a severely disfiguring and debilitating eye disease that can lead to blindness. The medical condition is caused by muscle and fatty tissue behind the eye becoming inflamed. When the tissue behind the eye becomes inflamed, the eyeball is pushed forward, causing the patient’s eye to bulge outwards (proptosis). Proptosis s several severe symptoms, including eye pain, light sensitivity, difficulty closing the affected eye, and double vision. Although Thyroid Eye Disease is a rare medical condition, affecting one-quarter of people suffer from thyroid dysfunction, and half of the people also have Grave’s Disease.

Tepezza is the brand name for teprotumumab, which is an intravenous prescription medication that treats the symptoms of Thyroid Eye Disease. Teprotumumab is a monoclonal antibody that helps block excessive immune responses that can cause eye tissue swelling. Tepezza is only available as an intravenous (IV) infusion therapy. Thyroid Eye Disease patients receive a sequence of infusions over several months.

On January 21, 2022, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration approved Tepezza as a treatment for Thyroid Eye Disease. Tepezza was approved based on the results produced by two studies that showed improvement in adult patients who have Graves’ Disease diagnosis and Thyroid Eye Disease. Tepezza is the only drug approved for that has been FDA approved for TED treatment. The manufacturer of Tepezza, Horizon Therapeutics, announced that Tepezza sales in the first three quarters of 2022 were 37% greater than in 2021.

Tepezza was created by Horizon Therapeutics PLC. Horizon is based in Ireland, with operations in Dublin, Deerfield, Ill. and Rockville, Md. Horizon develops medicines for the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. On December 12, 2022, Amgen Inc. agreed to acquire Horizon for $27.8 billion.

What Are the Negative Side Effects of Tepezza?

According to aaojournal.org, the reported side effects of Tepezza include hearing impairment, muscle spasms, nausea, alopecia, diarrhea, fatigue, hearing impairment, and hyperglycemia. According to an article published in the American Journal of Ophthalmology, August 2022 edition, one study showed Tepezza could cause tinnitus and/or permanent hearing loss. In that study, 22 of 27 patients who were taking Tepezza developed hearing damage after an average of 3.8 treatments. The research study’s authors believe that the connection needs additional studies.

Why Are Patients Filing Lawsuits Against the Maker of Tepezza?

According to recent lawsuits filed against the manufacturer of Tepezza, Horizon Therapeutics executives were allegedly aware of the hearing damage risks following several studies making the association and continuing to market the medication, putting patients at risk of permanent hearing loss. In February 2022, Horizon Therapeutics added hearing impairment as a potential adverse side effect and included “hearing impairment” as a possible side effect in its October 13, 2022, media release.

Why Choose Parker Waichman LLP for Your Tepezza Hearing Loss Lawsuit?

Parker Waichman is one of a few law firms that have recovered over $2 billion in jury verdicts and lawsuit settlements for their clients. The trial attorneys at Parker Waichman LLP are highly respected by their peers and have been recognized by judges, colleagues, defense attorneys, insurance adjusters, and, most importantly, former clients. Parker Waichman LLP has received numerous positive reviews, and we have been rated among the best law firms for personal injury claims. Our law firm has also earned a near-perfect rating from AVVO.com and received the highest peer-review rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Parker Waichman LLP also earned Law Dragon’s highest peer-review rating, and we have been recognized as one of the best personal injury firms in “Best Lawyers.”

Get LEGAL HELP FROM ONE OF OUR TEPEZZA HEARING LOSS ATTORNEYS TODAY

If you, or a member of your family, suffered hearing damage and/or tinnitus after receiving Tepezza (Teprotumumab) treatments, call our law firm immediately to see if you or your loved one is qualified to receive substantial monetary compensation for your injuries. For your free consultation with one of our medication injury attorneys, simply call 1-800-YOUR-LAWYER (1-800-968-7529) today or simply fill out our online contact form to receive your free case review. The time you have to file your claim is limited by state law. So, do not delay in seeking compensation. Our trial lawyers are here to help you understand your legal rights, and if we are able to take your case, our law firm will fight for the compensation that your or your loved one’s case deserves.

You Pay Nothing Up-Front to Start Your Claim

At Parker Waichman LLP, you do not pay anything upfront or out of pocket for our legal services. We take cases on a contingency-fee-basis, which means we are only paid a legal fee from a settlement or jury award when you win. In other words, if you do not receive monetary compensation from your disaster lawsuit, neither will we. That is how confident we are in obtaining results for our clients.