eptinezumab (Vyepti)

Brand Names: Vyepti

Generic Name: eptinezumab

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• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before receiving eptinezumab (Vyepti)?
• How is eptinezumab given (Vyepti)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Vyepti)?
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Eptinezumab is used to prevent migraine headaches in adults.

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

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, rash; sudden warmth or tingling; difficult breathing; redness or swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

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.

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

You should not be treated with this medicine if you are allergic to eptinezumab, polysorbate 80, or sorbitol.

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.

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.

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Call your doctor for instructions if you miss an appointment for your eptinezumab injection.

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

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

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.

Your pharmacist can provide more information about eptinezumab.