Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, warnings, and more.
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.