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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.
Ubrelvy®
(ubrogepant)
Prescription Only
Ubrelvy is a medication that adults can use to treat acute migraine attacks. It works by blocking CGRP, a protein believed to contribute to migraine attacks by causing pain, blood vessel dilation, and inflammation. Ubrelvy is well-tolerated, with less than 5% of individuals reporting side effects such as nausea, somnolence, and dry mouth. Ubrelvy does not prevent migraines.
Ubrelvy is FDA approved for the following indications: Migraine.
Dosage & Administration
Administration
Oral
Oral
Dosing
Acute treatment of migraine: 75 mg as needed. Preventive treatment of episodic migraine: 75 mg every other day. Maximum daily dose: 75 mg.
50 mg or 100 mg as needed. Maximum daily dose: 200 mg. Severe Hepatic or Severe Renal Impairment: 50 mg.
Latin Shorthand
Acute treatment of Migraine: 75 mg PRN. Preventive treatment of Episodic Migraine: 75 mg qod.
50 mg PRN or 100 mg PNR. Severe Renal Impairment: 50mg.
Financial Assistance
Copay
$0
$0
Annual Cap
Maximum savings of $50 per pill for up to 13 prescription fills.
Assistance Expiration
12/31/2023
13 prescription fills
Generics
No lower-cost generic available
No lower-cost generic available