eptinezumab

What is the most important information I should know about eptinezumab?

Before using eptinezumab tell your doctor about all your medical conditions or allergies, all medicines you use, and if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

What is eptinezumab?

Eptinezumab is used to prevent migraine headaches in adults.

Eptinezumab may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before receiving eptinezumab?

Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions or allergies.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

It is not known whether eptinezumab will harm an unborn baby. However, having migraine headaches may cause complications during pregnancy such as dangerously high blood pressure that can lead to medical problems in both mother and baby. The benefit of preventing migraines may outweigh any risks to the baby.

How is eptinezumab given?

Eptinezumab is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.

Eptinezumab is usually given once every 3 months.

This medicine must be given slowly, and the infusion can take at least 30 minutes to complete.

What happens if I miss a dose?

What happens if I overdose?

Since this medicine is given by a healthcare professional in a medical setting, an overdose is unlikely to occur.

What should I avoid while receiving eptinezumab?

Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

What are the possible side effects of eptinezumab?

Some side effects may occur during the injection. Tell your caregiver if you feel warm, itchy, or light-headed.

Common side effects may include:

• stuffy nose;
• throat irritation; or
• allergic reaction.

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 FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect eptinezumab?

Other drugs may affect eptinezumab, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about eptinezumab.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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