Rimegepant Side Effects
Applies to rimegepant: oral tablet disintegrating.
Serious side effects of Rimegepant
Along with its needed effects, rimegepant may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking rimegepant:
Less common
- Acid or sour stomach
- belching
- heartburn
- indigestion
- nausea
- stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
Rare
- Difficulty in breathing or swallowing
- fever
- hives, rash
- reddening of the skin, especially around the ears
- swelling of the eyes, face, or inside of the nose
- unusual tiredness or weakness
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to rimegepant: oral tablet disintegrating.
General
The most common adverse reaction was nausea for both acute use and preventive use.[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Common (1% to 10%): Nausea, abdominal pain/dyspepsia[Ref]
Abdominal pain/dyspepsia includes epigastric discomfort, gastro-esophageal reflux disease, abdominal tenderness, abdominal distention, and low and upper abdominal pain.[Ref]
Genitourinary
Common (1% to 10%): Urinary tract infection
Hypersensitivity
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypersensitivity reactions (including dyspnea and severe rash)[Ref]
Respiratory
Common (1% to 10%): Nasopharyngitis, upper respiratory tract infection, sinusitis
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1. Product Information. Nurtec ODT (rimegepant). Biohaven Pharmaceuticals. 2023.
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3. Product Information. Vydura (rimegepant). Pfizer Ltd. 2023.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.
