If you or a loved one suffered from hearing loss or tinnitus after being given IV infusions of Tepezza (teprotumumab) to treat thyroid eye disease (TED), you may be entitled to recover compensation from a Tepezza hearing loss lawsuit case or settlement claim.
A team of drug injury lawyers and class action attorneys is investigating potential Tepezza hearing loss lawsuit and settlement cases of individuals who suffered from hearing loss and/or tinnitus after receiving IV infusions of Tepezza (teprotumumab) to treat thyroid eye disease.
Tepezza (teprotumumab-trbw) is a prescription medication given intravenously (IV) via infusions to treat thyroid eye disease (TED), an autoimmune disorder often associated with hyperthyroidism diseases (such as Graves’ eye disease, Graves’ Ophthalmopathy or Graves’ Orbitopathy) that causes inflammation and damage to tissues around the eye, including connective tissue, fatty tissue and muscles.
Unfortunately, patients treated with Tepezza may potentially be at an increased risk of developing serious and potentially irreversible hearing issues, including hearing loss and/or tinnitus.
Tepezza Hearing Loss Lawsuit & Settlement Cases
Tepezza lawsuit and settlement cases potentially being investigated include claims of individuals who, after receiving Tepezza IV infusions, suffered from hearing loss including the following:
- Permanent hearing loss (sensorineural hearing loss)
- Partial hearing loss (hypoacusis)
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
- Autophony (hearing own voice too loud or echoing)
- Difficulty hearing
- Ear plugging sensation
- Clicking and popping sounds
- Muffled sounds
- Deafness
- Sensitivity to certain sounds (hyperacusis)
- Eustachian tube dysfunction
- Other hearing issues or side effects
- Other Tepezza lawsuit cases
If you or someone you love suffered from hearing loss or tinnitus after receiving Tepezza infusions, you may be eligible to recover compensation from a Tepezza hearing loss lawsuit or settlement case.
Tepezza Lawsuit Complaints
The Tepezza lawsuits filed in federal court have been consolidated or transferred into a multi-district litigation or MDL for consolidation and coordination of pretrial proceedings, styled In Re: Tepezza Marketing, Sales Practices, and Products Liability Litigation, MDL Case No. 3079, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (Judge Thomas M. Durkin). Horizon Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. and Horizon Theraputics USA, Inc. were named as Defendants in the Tepezza lawsuits.
The Tepezza lawsuit complaints allege, among other things, that patients, the medical community, and prescribers were not adequately warned or instructed that Tepezza may be associated with permanent hearing loss and/or tinnitus and that patients receiving Tepezza should undergo regular audiological testing to detect hearing loss.
Tepezza Hearing Loss Injury Claims
According to a March 2021 study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society, 65 percent of patients in the study who were treated with Tepezza complained of otologic symptoms, such as hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), ear plugging sensation, and/or autophony (an unusually loud hearing of a person’s own voice).
Similarly, according to a February 2022 study published in the American Journal of Ophthalmology, 81.5 percent of patients in the study who were treated with teprotumumab reported suffering from new otologic symptoms after an average of 3.8 teprotumumab infusions.
In July 2023, the FDA required an updated warning label on Tepezza to include permanent hearing damage.
Compensation For Tepezza Injuries
Plaintiffs who bring Tepezza hearing loss lawsuits may be able to recover money damages for injuries suffered, including compensation for:
- Medical Expenses: Victims of hearing loss may recover compensation for medical expenses directly tied to their condition. This includes the cost of doctor visits, audiology testing (such as audiograms), ENT consultations, and any prescribed treatments. In cases of long-term or permanent hearing impairment, damages may also cover hearing aids, cochlear implants, or even surgical procedures. Future medical costs are also considered if ongoing care will be needed.
- Lost Wages and Loss of Earning Capacity: Hearing impairment can significantly affect a person’s ability to work, especially in careers that rely heavily on communication or auditory processing. Compensation can be awarded for wages lost due to time off work for medical appointments or recovery. Additionally, if the injury prevents the person from returning to their previous occupation or limits future employment opportunities, damages for loss of earning capacity or retraining may apply.
- Pain and Suffering: Hearing damage often leads to chronic physical and emotional pain. Individuals may experience constant ringing in the ears (tinnitus), disorientation, or physical discomfort. These symptoms can be distressing and significantly reduce a person’s quality of life. Pain and suffering damages are meant to compensate for the non-economic impact of these ongoing issues.
- Loss of Enjoyment of Life: Hearing loss can interfere with many everyday activities, such as enjoying music, watching TV, participating in social conversations, or attending events. This type of damage reflects the diminished ability to engage in personal, social, or recreational activities. Many sufferers report feeling detached from the world around them, and compensation may be awarded for that loss of enjoyment.
- Emotional Distress: Beyond physical limitations, many patients endure serious emotional distress due to the psychological effects of hearing loss. The inability to effectively communicate can lead to frustration, embarrassment, anxiety, and even depression. Compensation for emotional distress acknowledges the psychological harm that accompanies auditory damage.
- Permanent Disability: For patients who suffer irreversible hearing damage, the condition may qualify as a permanent disability. Compensation may be sought for the lasting impact on the person’s daily life and independence, including the need for ongoing assistance or adaptive technology.
Time Is Limited To File A Tepezza Lawsuit
Deadlines called statutes of limitation and statutes of repose may limit the time that individuals have to file a Tepezza lawsuit to try to recover compensation for injuries they claim to have suffered (e.g., hearing loss and tinnitus) after receiving Tepezza infusions.
This means that if a Tepezza lawsuit claim is not filed before the applicable deadline or limitations period, the injured party may be barred from ever pursuing litigation or taking legal action regarding their Tepezza injury claim. That is why it is important to connect with a Tepezza hearing loss injury lawyer or attorney as soon as possible.
If you or a loved one suffered hearing loss or tinnitus after receiving IV infusions of Tepezza, you may be entitled to recover compensation from a Tepezza lawsuit case or settlement claim. Contact a drug injury lawyer to request a free case review.
*If you or a loved one are experiencing health issues, side effects or complications after taking a prescription drug or medication, we urge you to promptly consult with your doctor or physician for an evaluation.
**The listing of a company (e.g., Horizon Pharmaceuticals, Inc., etc.) or product (e.g., Tepezza, etc.) is not meant to state or imply that the company acted illegally or improperly or that the product is unsafe or defective; rather only that an investigation may be, is or was being conducted to determine whether legal rights have been violated.
***The use of any trademarks, tradenames or service marks is solely for product identification and/or informational purposes.
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