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Rimegepant – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: NURTEC ODT
Strength: 75 mg | Form: Orally Disintegrating Tablets
Price in UAE: AED 1734.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Rimegepant

Class: | CGRP receptor antagonist Use: | Acute treatment of migraine in adults Adult dose: | 75 mg as needed; may take a second dose after 2 hours if needed, not to exceed 75 mg in a 24-hour period Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients under 18 years Side effects: | Nausea, somnolence, dry mouth, fatigue Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to rimegepant or any component of the formulation; concurrent use with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors Storage: |

Drug Class

CGRP receptor antagonist

Uses & Indications

Acute treatment of migraine in adults

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F); protect from moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: BIOHAVEN PHARMACEUTICALS HOLDING COMPANY LTD , BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS

Package Size

8's Blister

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 1734.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

75 mg as needed; may take a second dose after 2 hours if needed, not to exceed 75 mg in a 24-hour period

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients under 18 years

Side Effects

Nausea, somnolence, dry mouth, fatigue

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to rimegepant or any component of the formulation; concurrent use with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors

Important Warnings

Risk of hypersensitivity reactions; not for the preventive treatment of migraine; use caution in patients with severe hepatic impairment

Related Medicines in Same Category

See also: Other CGRP receptor antagonist medicines available in UAE pharmacies

Atogepant Ubrogepant free base trihydrate 109.8 mg equivalent to Ubrogepant 100 mg

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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