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Nurtec ODT® Alternatives
Nurtec ODT®
(Rimegepant)
Prescription Only
Nurtec ODT is a medication that can be placed under or onto the tongue to treat migraine symptoms in adults. When taken every other day, it can also be used to prevent episodic migraine. Nurtec ODT works by blocking CGRP, a protein believed to contribute to migraine attacks by causing pain, blood vessel dilation, and inflammation. The medication is well-tolerated, with less than 2% of individuals reporting nausea.
Nurtec ODT is FDA approved for the following indications: Migraine and Migraine prevention.
Aimovig®
(Erenumab)
Prescription Only
Aimovig is a prescription medication that adults can self-inject once a month under the skin to prevent migraine headaches. The most common side effects are injection site reactions and constipation. However, there are no reported instances of drug interactions with Aimovig.
Aimovig is FDA approved for the following indications: Migraine prevention.
Dosage & Administration
Administration
Oral
Subcutaneous
Dosing
Acute treatment of migraine: 75 mg as needed. Preventive treatment of episodic migraine: 75 mg every other day. Maximum daily dose: 75 mg.
70 mg once monthly or 140 mg once monthly (for some patients)
Latin Shorthand
Acute treatment of Migraine: 75 mg PRN. Preventive treatment of Episodic Migraine: 75 mg qod.
70 mg/mo or 140 mg/mo
Financial Assistance
Copay
$0
$5
Annual Cap
Patient specific maximum benefit.
Assistance Expiration
12/31/2023
Calendar year
Generics
No lower-cost generic available
No lower-cost generic available