Suboxone Class Action Lawsuit Updates: December 2025

September 28, 2025

• Plaintiffs in the Suboxone Film MDL filed 132 responses to show-cause orders over the past two weeks, addressing missed census forms and procedural issues. This coordinated effort aims to keep cases active despite earlier delays. Cases without responses are expected to be dismissed.

September 24, 2025

• Settlement Update: Many plaintiffs suffering dental injuries from Suboxone await news on potential settlements. While early resolutions remain unlikely, meaningful progress is expected as 2026 bellwether trials approach, increasing pressure on Indivior.

September 18, 2025

• Judge Calabrese issues a new order enforcing stricter compliance in the MDL. Several claims were dismissed, and third-party providers who failed to produce records may face contempt charges.

September 9, 2025

• A status conference focused on ensuring compliance with subpoenas, reviewing plaintiff census forms, and addressing missing filings. Cases lacking required documentation may be dismissed.

September 5, 2025

• Although the MDL shows 1,882 filings, the true number of plaintiffs likely exceeds 20,000 due to batch filing procedures.

September 1, 2025

• Settlement prospects remain distant; many anticipate 2026 as the earliest realistic timeframe for negotiations, as upcoming trials put pressure on Indivior.

August 27, 2025

• Judge Calabrese holds a show-cause hearing for providers who failed to produce records. Plaintiffs’ attorneys documented extensive efforts to obtain compliance.

August 18, 2025

• A new batch filing includes 54 plaintiffs, claiming Suboxone’s acidic formulation caused irreversible dental damage and that manufacturers failed to warn patients and physicians adequately.

August 10, 2025

• Obtaining pharmacy and medical records remains a bottleneck. The court issued a show-cause order against noncompliant pharmacies.

July 20, 2025

• A nearly two-hour Zoom status conference reviewed MDL progress: missing documents, deposition protocols, authorization forms, and document collection plans. Deadlines for non-custodial document proposals and fact sheets were set.

July 17, 2025

• Plaintiffs challenge Indivior’s settlement strategy, which may rely on juror perceptions of individuals in recovery from addiction. Lawyers warn this could result in substantial financial exposure.

July 11, 2025

• The Suboxone litigation gains attention as plaintiffs face costly dental reconstruction. Public perception may influence Indivior’s risk evaluation ahead of trial.

July 8, 2025

• The MDL judge issues new deposition protocols for bellwether and general witnesses, covering in-person/remote proceedings, exhibits, scheduling, and lawyer participation.

July 3, 2025

• Indivior’s defense approach, assuming juries may be less sympathetic due to plaintiffs’ addiction history, is being scrutinized. Lawyers argue this underestimates juror response to dental injuries caused by Suboxone.

June 10, 2025

Obtaining pharmacy records remains a major challenge. A show-cause order against Walgreens is still in effect due to alleged noncompliance with record production deadlines.

June 5, 2025

• Judge Calabrese updates the Records Collection Pool, removing 48 plaintiffs and replacing them to maintain the bellwether trial pipeline.

June 2, 2025

• Settlement expectations point to late 2025, aligning with the defense’s approach to the three-year statute of limitations.

May 24, 2025

• Bellwether trial protocols are established, narrowing a 500-member Records Collection Pool to six potential candidates, leading to four single-plaintiff trials.

May 18, 2025

• Plaintiffs challenge Indivior’s strategy relying on juror perceptions of addiction recovery, highlighting dental injuries from Suboxone.

May 2, 2025

• The MDL case count reaches 896, with the ability to file lawsuits in blocks of 100 expected to increase filings soon.

April 29, 2025

• Only states with 4+ year statutes of limitations are accepted going forward: Florida (4), Maine (6), Minnesota (6), Missouri (5), North Carolina (6), North Dakota (10), Wyoming (4).

April 16, 2025

• An upcoming Case Management Conference will address discovery updates, compliance, joinder complaints, and bellwether trial planning.

April 1, 2025

• MDL caseload remains at 896 pending cases, with an anticipated surge due to streamlined filing procedures.

March 14, 2025

• Judge Calabrese issues Case Management Order No. 14, allowing up to 100 plaintiffs to file under a single complaint to reduce costs and simplify case management.

March 13, 2025

• “Schedule A” complaints decrease from ~9,600 to 8,611 after attorneys remove non-viable cases.

March 5, 2025

• No new cases were added in February, leaving the MDL at 896 pending cases.

March 4, 2025

• Speculation arises that Indivior may underestimate jury sympathy for plaintiffs with severe dental injuries, potentially increasing financial exposure.

February 26, 2025

• A new lawsuit is filed by a Washington resident claiming Suboxone caused severe dental damage.

February 21, 2025

• The MDL judge issues an order streamlining medical record collection, mandating provider compliance within 30 days and penalties for non-compliance.

February 13, 2025

A status conference addresses procedural matters, including withdrawal of counsel, ESI discovery, and production of Sublocade regulatory files. The next conference is scheduled for March 11, 2025.uded the withdrawal of counsel for certain plaintiffs, ESI discovery protocols, and the production of the new drug application for Sublocade. The next status conference is scheduled for March 11, 2025.

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For many struggling with opioid addiction, Suboxone was considered a breakthrough, prescribed as a safer path to recovery. But what most patients never expected was the hidden toll on their teeth—a risk that went unmentioned on labels until 2022.

If you’ve noticed tooth decay, chips, or unexpected tooth loss while taking Suboxone, you’re far from alone. Thousands have faced similar dental issues without any prior warning.

This isn’t just a coincidence. In 2022, the FDA issued an official warning after receiving numerous reports linking Suboxone use to serious dental problems. By that time, many patients had already suffered significant harm—ranging from single tooth loss to multiple teeth, along with painful infections, abscesses, and costly dental procedures.

As a result, legal action is underway against Indivior, the maker of Suboxone, claiming the company failed to adequately inform patients about the risks of severe dental damage.

How Suboxone Can Damage Your Teeth

If you’ve been told that your dental problems are simply due to poor hygiene, that doesn’t tell the whole story. Many people who developed serious tooth issues while taking Suboxone maintained regular brushing and dental visits—but still experienced severe decay.

The key issue lies in how Suboxone is administered. The medication comes as a dissolvable strip placed under the tongue or along the cheek and gum. While this method may seem convenient, the strips are highly acidic. Keeping them in the mouth for several minutes exposes teeth to prolonged acid, weakening enamel and making cavities far more likely.

Suboxone also commonly causes dry mouth, reducing saliva that normally protects teeth by neutralizing acids and washing away harmful bacteria. Without enough saliva, plaque accumulates quickly, accelerating decay and increasing the risk of gum disease, cavities, and tooth loss.

Together, constant acid exposure and reduced saliva create an environment that is extremely damaging to dental health.

Why Patients Weren’t Warned

Patients and even dentists were largely unaware of these risks. When dental problems arose, individuals were often left blaming themselves—when in fact the medication played a central role.

Lawsuits allege that Indivior knew or should have known about the potential for dental harm but failed to inform doctors, dentists, or patients.

By the time the FDA issued its warning in 2022, many had already suffered serious consequences:

• Individuals with previously healthy teeth required root canals, extractions, or implants.
• Some lost front teeth, affecting their ability to eat and smile confidently.
• Many faced hefty dental bills, forcing them to endure pain and embarrassment.

Had the risks been disclosed sooner, patients could have:

• Chosen alternative medications
• Taken extra precautions to protect their teeth
• Consulted their dentist for preventive measures

Unfortunately, for many, the warning came too late.

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How Severe Is the Damage?

For many, dental issues started subtly with a few cavities that spread rapidly. Others noticed teeth becoming brittle, cracking, or breaking. In the most serious cases, people lost multiple teeth or developed infections requiring surgical treatment.

Common dental problems linked to Suboxone include:

• Rapid tooth decay: Cavities forming quickly, even in previously healthy teeth
• Tooth fractures: Teeth chipping, breaking, or crumbling
• Tooth loss: Unexpected loss of one or more teeth
• Abscesses and infections: Painful swelling that can require surgery
• Severe gum disease: Inflammation that may lead to further tooth loss

Many patients had no prior dental issues, making the sudden damage even more alarming.

The Cost of Repairing Suboxone-Related Dental Damage

Unlike most medical procedures, dental treatments are not always covered by insurance, leaving patients responsible for high out-of-pocket expenses. Common costs include:

• Fillings and crowns
• Root canals and extractions
• Gum disease treatments
• Implants, bridges, or dentures

For those unable to afford care, the alternative is living with pain, infection, or missing teeth—a situation no one should face, especially when the risks were never disclosed.uboxone Lawsuit?

Who May Be Eligible for a Suboxone Lawsuit

Legal claims are being pursued against Indivior for failing to warn patients about the dental risks of Suboxone. You may qualify if you—or a loved one—used Suboxone before June 2022 and experienced tooth decay, tooth loss, or other serious dental problems 

Speak to a Suboxone Lawyer today.

This isn’t about faulting anyone for taking a medication prescribed by their doctor—it’s about holding the manufacturer accountable for failing to warn patients.

Ask yourself:

• Were your teeth healthy before taking Suboxone?
• Did you experience unexpected cavities, tooth loss, or infections?
• Have you needed costly dental treatments—or still do?

If you answered yes, you’re not alone. Many patients are stepping forward after realizing the dental damage wasn’t their fault—it was the medication.

Learn more about your legal options before it’s too late. Speak to a Suboxone Lawyer Today. Click HERE to see if you qualify.