Qulipta

Uses of Qulipta

Qulipta is an oral prescription medicine used in adults to help prevent episodic and chronic migraine headaches (severe, throbbing headaches that sometimes are accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to sound or light).

Qulipta (atogepant) belongs to a class of medications called calcitonin gene-related peptide receptor (CGRP) antagonists. CGRP is a protein found in the brain and nervous system that is thought to contribute to the pain, inflammation, and vasodilation associated with migraine attacks.

Qulipta works by blocking the action of the CGRP protein in the body. This helps prevent migraine headaches.

Precautions and Warnings

People who are allergic to any of the following should not take Qulipta.

• Atogepant
• Qulipta
• Any of the ingredients in the specific product dispensed

Qulipta should not be used if your liver is not working as well as it should be. If there is a concern about the health of your liver, your healthcare provider may do tests to determine if it is working well enough to take this medicine.

Qulipta can affect your alertness or coordination. Do not drive or do other activities that require alertness or coordination until you know how Qulipta affects you.

Tell your healthcare provider about all of your health conditions and any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using. This will help them determine if Qulipta is right for you.

Tell your healthcare provider if you have any of the following.

• Kidney problems, including if you are on dialysis
• Liver problems

Qulipta may interact with other medicines and supplements. Before using/taking Qulipta, tell your healthcare provider about any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using. See the Interactions section for more details.

It is not known if or how Qulipta could affect pregnancy or harm an unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you are or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known if Qulipta passes into breast milk. Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Your healthcare provider will advise you if you should take Qulipta while breastfeeding.

Dosage

The Qulipta dosage your doctor prescribes will depend on several factors. These include:

• the type of migraine you have
• the frequency and severity of your migraine episodes
• your kidney function
• other medications you take

Typically, your doctor will start you on a low dosage. Then, they’ll adjust it over time to reach the amount that’s right for you. Your doctor will ultimately prescribe the smallest dosage that provides the desired effect.

Side Effects

Common side effects:

• nausea
• constipation
• feeling tired
• weight loss.