Rimegepant
Rimegepant is a calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist used for the acute treatment of migraine attacks in adults. It works by blocking CGRP, a neuropeptide involved in migraine pain and inflammation. This medication is taken orally at the onset of migraine symptoms and is not indicated for migraine prevention.
Rimegepant is an oral CGRP receptor antagonist used to treat acute migraine attacks in adults.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- N02CD06
- RxNorm
- 2282307
- Generic
- Rimegepant
- Class
- atc-n02
- Brands
- Nurtec
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- oral
- Forms
- tablet
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults. It is used to treat migraine attacks when they occur, not for prevention of future episodes.
Rimegepant blocks calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptors. CGRP is a neuropeptide that plays a key role in mediating migraine pain, inflammation, and vasodilation. By inhibiting CGRP activity, rimegepant helps relieve migraine symptoms.
Taken orally as needed at migraine onset. May be used regardless of migraine aura status. Generally well-tolerated with common side effects including nausea and hypersensitivity reactions. Contraindicated with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. Not recommended for patients with severe hepatic or renal impairment. Consult healthcare provider for complete safety information.
Official drug label
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