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Erenumab

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What it is

Erenumab is a medication used to prevent migraine headaches in adults. It requires a prescription in India.

What it is used for

Erenumab is used to prevent migraine headaches in adults. It works by blocking a natural substance in the body that causes these headaches.

  • Preventive treatment of migraine in adults

How it works

Erenumab works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the body that causes migraine headaches. This helps to prevent the onset of migraines.

How it is sold in India

In India Erenumab comes as injection.

Common side effects

Most people experience mild side effects when using Erenumab. Common side effects include pain, redness, swelling, or itching at the injection site. Other side effects may include constipation, cramps, muscle spasms, mouth sores, and hair loss.

See a doctor straight away if

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Who should not take it

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Brand names

1 medicines sold in India contain Erenumab.

Brands sold in India include Suviray. Whichever name is on the strip, the medicine inside is the one described on this page.

Where this comes from

We do not publish doses. How much to take depends on your age, weight and other conditions — ask your doctor or pharmacist.

This page is general information, not medical advice, and it is not a substitute for seeing a doctor. It carries no dosage and no prices.

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