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Ajovy is a prescription medication given to patients with migraine headaches in adults. So what does Ajovy do and how does it work?
1. What does Ajovy do?
What does Ajovy do? The main ingredient of Ajovy is fremanezumab-vfrm, which is a prescription injection used to prevent migraine headaches in adults. Ajovy works by blocking the action of calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP). In addition, Ajovy may also be used by your doctor for purposes not listed in the medication guide.
You should not use Ajovy if you are allergic to fremanezumab-vfrm. In addition, Ajovy is not approved for use in children under 18 years of age.
Before using Ajovy, tell your doctor if you are pregnant. Experts do not know whether Ajovy will harm an unborn baby. However, migraines during pregnancy can cause dangerous complications such as preeclampsia that can endanger the health of mother and baby. At this point, the benefits of preventing migraines are extremely important. It may not be safe for women who are breast-feeding to use Ajovy. Therefore, ask your doctor about any risks.
2. How to use Ajovy?
Use Ajovy injection exactly as prescribed and directed by your doctor. Ajovy is injected under the skin, the doctor can teach the patient how to use the medicine properly. Ajovy is usually given 1 time per month, or 3 injections (in separate syringes) every 3 months.
Prepare Ajovy injection only when you are ready to inject. Do not use the medicine if it is cloudy, has changed color, is frozen, or has particles in it.
Store Ajovy in its original container in the refrigerator, protected from light, and do not freeze or shake the medicine. Take Ajovy out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before injecting it. Do not warm Ajovy with hot water, sunlight, or a microwave oven. You can also store Ajovy in its original carton at room temperature for up to 7 days. Throw away Ajovy if you have left it at room temperature for 7 days or longer.
Each prefilled syringe or auto-injector is for one injection use only. Throw them away after one use, even if there is still medicine inside. Use needles and syringes only once, then place them in a puncture-proof “sharps” container, keep them out of reach of children and pets, in compliance with local medical waste regulations.
Usual Adult Dose of Ajovy for Migraine Prophylaxis: Use 225mg subcutaneously once a month. In addition, Ajovy can be used subcutaneously at a dose of 675mg every 3 months, by injecting 3 consecutive times of 225mg.
If you change your Ajovy dosage selection, take the first dose of the new regimen on the next dosing day. If you forget a dose of Ajovy, use it as soon as you remember and then restart your regular Ajovy injection 1 month or 3 months later.
3. Side effects of the drug Ajovy
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Ajovy including: Hives ; shortness of breath; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat. Allergic reactions to fremanezumab-vfrm in Ajovy can occur up to 1 month after injection.
Common Ajovy side effects may include: Pain, redness, or a hard lump at the injection site.
Ajovy is a prescription medication given to patients with migraine headaches in adults. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid side effects, patients need to take the drug exactly as directed by the doctor or pharmacist.
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Reference source: drugs.com
