Vydura - 75mg
Available as a 2 or 8 pack
- Dissolvable easy-to-take treatment for migraines
- Treats and prevents migraines
- Always read the patient information leaflet before use
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Vydura is a medicine that’s used to treat and prevent migraines. It contains the active ingredient rimegepant, that stops the activity of a substance in the body called calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP). Those who suffer from migraines may have increased levels of CGRP.
Vydura is effective in stopping an active migraine attack, and it can also decrease the number of migraine attacks that occur when taken preventively. Vydura comes in an easy-to-take wafer form (oral lyophilisate), where it dissolves on or underneath your tongue. It’s the ideal migraine medication if you struggle to take tablets or capsules.
How Vydura works
Vydura contains the active ingredient, rimegepant, that stops the activity of a substance in the body called calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP). People with migraines may have increased levels of CGRP. Rimegepant attaches to the receptor for CGRP, reducing the ability of CGRP to also attach to the receptor. This reduces the activity of CGRP and has two effects: it can stop an active migraine attack, and it can decrease the number of migraine attacks that occur when taken preventively.
Directions
Always take Vydura exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you. To prevent a migraine attack, the recommended dose is 1 wafer (75 mg rimegepant) every other day. To treat an active migraine, the recommended dose is 1 wafer (75 mg rimegepant) as needed, but do not take more than once daily. The maximum daily dose is 1 wafer (75 mg rimegepant) per day.
Vydura is for oral use. The wafer can be taken with or without food. To take, first ensure that your hands are dry. Peel back the foil covering of one blister and gently remove the wafer. Do not push the wafer through the foil. As soon as the blister is opened, remove the wafer and place it on or under the tongue, where it will dissolve. Do not store the wafer outside the blister for future use.
What is a migraine?
A migraine is when you have a severe throbbing pain on one side of the head, but some people may find that the pain affects the area behind the eyes, the back of the head and the neck, too. Symptoms like nausea, vomiting and an increased sensitivity to light or sound are typically signs that your headache is a migraine.
Migraines are a relatively common health condition in the UK and they usually begin in early adulthood. They affect around 1 in 5 women and around 1 in every 15 men.
Side effects
Like all medicines, Vydura may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. The only known common side effect is nausea. If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
Serious side effects
Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness. Hypersensitivity reactions can occur days after taking this medication.
Warnings
Do not take Vydura
Vydura may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take this product if you are allergic to rimegepant or any of the other listed ingredients. Do not take this product if you have severe liver problems, if you have reduced kidney function or are on kidney dialysis.
Medicines to avoid while taking Vydura
The following medicines should be avoided while taking Vydura:
- Itraconazole and clarithromycin (medicines used to treat fungal or bacterial infections)
- Ritonavir and efavirenz (medicines to treat HIV infections)
- Bosentan (a medicine used to treat high blood pressure)
- St. John’s wort (a herbal remedy used to treat depression)
- Phenobarbital (a medicine used to treat epilepsy)
- Rifampicin (a medicine used to treat tuberculosis)
- Modafinil (a medicine used to treat narcolepsy)
Do not take Vydura more than once every 48 hours with:
- Fluconazole and erythromycin (medicines used to treat fungal or bacterial infections)
- Diltiazem, quinidine, and verapamil (medicines used to treat an abnormal heart rhythm, chest pain (angina) or high blood pressure)
- Cyclosporin (a medicine used to prevent organ rejection after an organ transplant)
Age restrictions
Vydura is not suitable for children under the age of 18. If you’re looking for a migraine medication for a child under the age of 18, you should speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice on alternative options.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Vydura is not recommended if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine.
Driving and operating machinery
Vydura is not expected to affect your ability to drive or use machines, however, the migraine itself can cause drowsiness. If affected, driving or operating machinery can be dangerous and should be avoided.
Storage information
Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.
Important information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
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