Zavzpret

Generic name: Zavegepant
Dosage form: Nasal spray (10mg/spray)
Drug class: CGRP inhibitors

Usage of Zavzpret

Zavzpret (Zavegepant) is a Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist nasal spray used to treat acute migraine in adults. Zavzpret can begin relieving pain as early as 15 minutes, and after 2 hours, Zavzpret is significantly better than a placebo at relieving nausea, sensitivity to light (photophobia) or sensitivity to sound (phonophobia).

Zavzpret is not used for preventing migraines.

Zavzpret side effects

Common Zavzpret side effects may include:

unusual taste (dysgeusia)

feeling sick (nausea)

nasal discomfort

vomiting .

Serious Zavzpret side effects include:

Allergic Reactions, including hives and swelling of the face, can happen after you use this medicine. Call your healthcare provider or get emergency help right away if you have any of the following symptoms, which may be part of an allergic reaction:

swelling of the face, mouth, tongue, or throat

trouble breathing

These are not the only possible side effects of this medicine. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800- FDA-1088.

Before taking Zavzpret

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to the active ingredient, zavegepant, or any of the iNACtive ingredients. here is a complete list of ingredients at the bottom of the page.

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How to use Zavzpret

The recommended dose is 10 mg given as a single spray in one nostril.

Do not use more than 1 spray (10 mg) of Zavzpret nasal spray in a 24-hour period.

It is not known if it is safe to use more than 8 sprays (doses) of this medicine in 30 days.

What other drugs will affect Zavzpret

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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