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CGRP Receptor Antagonists

CGRP Receptor Antagonists are used for the treatment of migraine with or without aura. They work by preventing a protein that is released during migraine attacks.

Why are cgrp receptor antagonists prescribed?

  1. Migraine (100%)

Key takeaways

CGRP blockers are used to treat and prevent migraines. These medications work by blocking calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) or the receptors that it binds to, which helps to reduce the frequency and severity of migraine headaches. CGRP blockers come in different forms, including oral pills, injections, and nasal sprays. Examples include Nurtec ODT (rimegepant), Ubrelvy (ubrogepant), Aimovig (erenumab), and, Zavzpret (zavegepant).

Prices for popular CGRP Receptor Antagonists medications
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Nurtec

as low as$992
Nurtec (rimegepant) is used to prevent and treat migraine headaches with or without aura. Nurtec is a CGRP Receptor Antagonist, which works by preventing a protein that is released during migraine attacks. Nurtec is available as a dose pack of 8 75mg orally disintegrating tablets. There are currently no generic alternatives for Nurtec. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
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Ubrelvy

as low as$1,024
Ubrelvy (ubrogepant) is used to treat migraine headaches. Uberlvy is a CGRP receptor antagonist, which works by blocking a protein that is released during migraine attacks. The most common form of Ubrelvy is a 50mg tablet. It is also available as a 100mg tablet. There are currently no generic alternatives for Ubrelvy. It is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.
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Emgality

as low as$694
Emgality (galcanezumab-gnlm) is used to prevent migraine headaches. Emgality is a CGRP receptor antagonist, which works by blocking a protein that is released during migraine attacks. The most common form of Emgality is a 125mg pen. It is also available as a syringe. There are currently no generic alternatives for Emgality. It is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.
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Qulipta

as low as$1,076
Qulipta (atogepant) is used for the prevention of migraines. There are currently no generic alternatives for Qulipta. It may be covered by your Medicare or insurance plan, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices could help offset the cost.
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Aimovig

as low as$742
Aimovig (erenumab-aooe) is used to treat migraines. Aimovig is a CGRP receptor antagonist, which works by preventing a protein that is released during migraine attacks. The most common form of Aimovig is a 140mg/ml sureclick. It is also available in 70mg/ml sureclicks and syringes. There are currently no generic alternatives for Aimovig. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
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Ajovy

as low as$730
Ajovy (fremanezumab-vfrm) is used to treat migraines. Ajovy is a CGRP receptor antagonist, which works by preventing a protein that is released during migraine attacks. The most common form of Ajovy is a 225mg/1.5ml autoinjector. It is also available as a 225mg/1.5ml syringe. There are currently no generic alternatives for Ajovy. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
ZAVEGEPANT treats migraines. It works by blocking a substance in the body that causes migraines. It is not used to prevent migraines.
EPTINEZUMAB prevents migraines. It works by blocking a substance in the body that causes migraines. It is a monoclonal antibody.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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