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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
HomeQulipta Pronunciation: kew-LIP-tahGeneric name: atogepantDosage form: oral tabletDrug class: CGRP inhibitors UsesSide effectsBefore takingDosageCostInteractionsFAQ What is Qulipta?Qulipta is used to help prevent episodic and chronic migraine headaches in adults. These are severe, throbbing headaches that sometimes are accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to sound or light.Qulipta (atogepant) belongs to a class of medications called CGRP inhibitors. Qulipta gained FDA approval on September 28, 2021. There is no Qulipta generic available.How does Qulipta work?Qulipta's mechanism of action involves blocking the effect of CGRP, a small protein that is highly prevalent in the sensory nerves that supply the head and neck. CGRP is involved in pain transmission, inflammation, and blood vessel dilation, and research has shown levels of CGRP increase during a migraine attack. It may also play a causative role in the initiation of migraine attacks. By blocking CGRP, Qulipta helps prevent migraine headaches (see How does Qulipta work? for more information).Clinical trials have shown Qulipta starts working within the first week of treatment. Research also shows a 54% reduction in monthly migraine days in patients with episodic migraine and a 36% reduction in patients with chronic migraine headaches (see How well does Qulipta work for migraine?).Qulipta side effectsThe most common Qulipta side effects are:nauseaconstipationfeeling tiredweight loss.Serious side effects and warningsQulipta may cause allergic (hypersensitivity) reactions, including anaphylaxis. Serious allergic reactions can happen as soon as you take Qulipta or in the days following. Stop taking Qulipta and get emergency medical help right away if you get any of the following symptoms, which may be part of a serious allergic reaction:swelling of the face, lips, or tongueitchingtrouble breathinghivesrash.You should not take Qulipta if you are allergic to atogepant, Qulipta, or any of the inactive ingredients in the tablets.This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.Before taking this medicineTo make sure Qulipta is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis)liver diseaseare pregnant or planning to become pregnantare
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