When do you take Nurtec ODT and how is it taken?

When to take Nurtec ODT (rimegepant) depends on whether you are using it to treat or prevent a migraine.

Nurtect ODT is an orally disintegrating tablet used by adults for the:

• Acute treatment of migraine with or without aura
• Prevention of episodic migraines

When to take Nurtec ODT to treat a migraine

For the acute treatment of a migraine - to treat a migraine attack when it occurs - take 1 tablet as needed. Do not take more than 1 tablet in 24 hours or 18 tablets in 30 days.

When to take Nurtec ODT to prevent a migraine

For the prevention of migraines, take 1 tablet every other day. Do not take more than 18 tablets in 30 days or 1 tablet in 24 hours.

How to take Nurtec ODT

Nurtec ODT comes in a foil covered blister pack. To take a dose of Nurtec ODT:

• Make sure your hands are dry before opening the blister pack.
• Carefully peel back the foil covering on 1 blister and gently remove the Nurtec ODT tablet. Do not push the tablet through the foil. Do not remove Nurtec ODT from a blister until you need to take it. Nurtec ODT should not be stored outside of the blister pack.
• Immediately place the tablet under the tongue to dissolve. No water or other drink is required.

Nurtec ODT is absorbed quickly and can start working within an hour.