How long can Emgality be out of the fridge?
Am I able to store Emgality out of the Fridge?
Emgality can be stored out of the fridge for up to 7 days for temperatures up to 30°C (86°F). Once Emgality has been stored out of refrigeration it should not place back in the refrigerator. After 7 days of being at room temperature (up to 30°C) it should be discarded. If the storage conditions are exceeded it must be discarded.
If Emgality has been stored in the fridge at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) for the entire time it will last until the expiry date on packaging.
Emgality is a prescription medicine used to prevent migraines and treat episodic cluster headaches in adults. Emgality can help reduce the number of migraine days per month and reduce the number of cluster headache attacks each week. Emgality is calcitonin-gene related peptide inibitor (CGRP) that is given as a monthly injection under the skin.
References
Emgality Package Insert. Access on Sepember 6, 2024. https://www.drugs.com/pro/emgality.html
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Does Emgality cause weight gain?
Weight gain is not listed as a side effect in the product information for Emgality (galcanezumab) and phase 3 studies reported that there was no difference in the amount of weight gained between people taking Emgality and those assigned placebo (an inactive treatment). Anecdotally, however, some people have reported gaining weight. Continue reading
How long does it take for Emgality to work?
When Emgality (galcanezumab) is administered to prevent migraine, it starts working within one month of initiation, but it may take up to five or six months for the full effects of Emgality to be seen. When Emgality is administered for the treatment of cluster headache, it starts working within one week of starting treatment, but it may take up to three weeks for the full effects to be seen. Continue reading
Do Emgality injections hurt?
Yes, Emgality injections may hurt. Pain at the injection site is one of the most common side effects reported with Emgality, with 18% of people experiencing it. Some people also experience excessive amounts of pain with Emgality with comments on blog sites stating "It was one of the most painful things I've ever felt" and "Thigh, thigh, then arm, all were unreal painful....coming from the girl who falls asleep and takes naps during 6hr tattoo sessions". Continue reading
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