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Compare Qulipta vs. Aimovig

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Key takeaways

Atogepant (Qulipta) and erenumab (Aimovig) are both medications used to prevent migraines in adults, and they belong to the class of calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor blockers. However, they differ in several ways. Atogepant is taken orally once a day, while erenumab is administered as an injection under the skin once a month. Both medications are available only as brand-name products, with no generic versions currently available. Common side effects of atogepant include nausea, constipation, and sleepiness, whereas erenumab may cause pain at the injection site, constipation, and high blood pressure. Additionally, atogepant can interact with many medications, such as rifampin (Rifadin) and clarithromycin. It's important to discuss with a healthcare professional which medication might be best for you based on your needs and medical history.

  • Qulipta (atogepant)
    Aimovig (erenumab)
  • Qulipta (atogepant)
    Aimovig (erenumab)

  • Summary of Qulipta vs. Aimovig

    Summary for Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor blocker
    Prescription only

    Qulipta (atogepant) is a medication that's used to prevent migraines in adults. The specific dosing will depend on how many migraines you have per month, but the medication is typically taken once daily. Qulipta (atogepant) is currently brand only; it isn't available as a lower-cost generic yet. Side effects include nausea, constipation, and sleepiness.

    Summary for CGRP antagonist
    Prescription only

    Aimovig (erenumab or erenumab-aooe) is a migraine medication called a CGRP antagonist. It helps prevent migraines in adults. Aimovig (erenumab) comes as an autoinjector and prefilled syringe. You inject each dose under the skin in the thigh or stomach once a month. Side effects can include pain, swelling, or redness where you injected the medication.

  • Indications of Qulipta vs. Aimovig

    Indications for
    •Prevention of migraines in adults
    Indications for
    •Prevention of migraines in adults

  • Pros and Cons of Qulipta vs. Aimovig

    Pros and Const for Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor blocker
    Pros
    •Taken once per day
    •Can take with or without food
    •Can use if you have mild-to-moderate liver problems
    Cons
    •Not used for treating a migraine attack
    •Unknown whether it's safe or works well in children
    •Hasn't been studied in pregnant women
    Pros and Const for CGRP antagonist
    Pros
    •Taken only once a month to help prevent migraines
    •Available as a prefilled syringe and a prefilled autoinjector
    Cons
    •Must give as an injection under the skin
    •Not approved for children

  • Common Side Effects of Qulipta vs. Aimovig

    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea (5-9%)
    •Constipation (6-8%)
    •Fatigue or sleepiness (4-5%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site (up to 6%)
    •Constipation (up to 3%)

  • Warnings of Qulipta vs. Aimovig

    Common Side Effects for
    •Allergic reactions
    Common Side Effects for
    •Allergic reactions
    •Constipation with serious complications
    •High blood pressure
    •Raynaud's phenomenon

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