Medication

Vyepti

Generic name:

Pharmacist-reviewed drug information from the RxWiki encyclopedia.

Overview

Vyepti is a prescription medication used to prevent migraine headaches in adults. 

This medication belongs to a group of drugs called humanized monoclonal antibodies. It works by blocking calcitonin gene-related peptide, or CGRP, a substance in your brain that is thought to play a role in triggering migraine.

Vyepti is given directly into a vein (IV) every 3 months. The infusion lasts 30 minutes.

Common side effects include stuffy nose, scratchy throat and allergic reactions.

What is it used for?

Vyepti is a prescription medicine used for the preventive treatment of migraine in adults. 

It is not known if Vyepti is safe and effective in children.

How to take it

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully.

The dose your doctor recommends may be based on the following:

  • the condition being treated
  • other medical conditions you have
  • other medications you are taking
  • how you respond to this medication

The recommended Vyepti dosage is 100 mg administered by intravenous infusion every 3 months. Your healthcare provider may increase your dosage to 300 mg administered by intravenous infusion every 3 months.

Warnings

Vyepti may cause serious side effects, including:

Allergic reactions. Allergic reactions can happen after receiving Vyepti. Call your healthcare provider or get emergency medical help right away if you have any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction:

  • rash
  • swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat
  • trouble breathing
  • hives
  • redness in your face

Do not receive Vyepti if you are allergic to eptinezumab-jjmr or any of the ingredients in Vyepti.

Side effects

Vyepti may cause serious side effects. See the "Vyepti Precautions" section.

Common side effects include:

  • stuffy nose and scratchy throat
  • allergic reactions

This is not a complete list of side effects. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Drug interactions

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Not all drug interactions are known or reported and new drug interactions are continually being reported.

Pregnancy

Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if Vyepti will harm your unborn baby.

Breastfeeding

Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if Vyepti passes into your breast milk. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby while using Vyepti.

All information on this site is provided “as-is” for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment. You should consult with a medical professional if you have any questions about your health.