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Zavzpret

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Medically Reviewed by Melisa Puckey, BPharm TheMediTary.Com | Reviewed: Jul 14, 2023  Additional Content by TheMediTary.Com

Generic name: zavegepant

Drug class: CGRP inhibitors

Dosage form: nasal spray (10mg/spray)

Availability: Prescription only

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available

Brand names: Zavegepant nasal

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Uses Warnings Before Taking Dosage Side effects Interactions

What is Zavzpret?

Zavzpret (zavegepant) is a calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist nasal spray used to treat acute migraine in adults. Zavzpret can begin relieving pain as early as 15 minutes, and after 2 hours, Zavzpret is significantly better than a placebo at relieving nausea, sensitivity to light (photophobia) or sensitivity to sound (phonophobia).

Zavzpret is not used for preventing migraines.

How should I take Zavzpret

  • Use this medicine exactly how your healthcare provider tells you to use it.
  • Read all the printed instructions your doctor gives you.
  • Zavzpret is a nasal spray
  • Each dose of this medicine is provided in an individual pack. Use all of the medicine in 1 pack for a complete dose.
  • Each Zavzpret only contains 1 time and cannot be reused.
  • Do not test or prime the nasal spray before use. 
  • Avoid using intranasal decongestants with this medicine.  If you have to use an intranasal decongestant, use it at least 1 hour after using this medicine. 

Dosing information

  • The recommended dose is 10 mg given as a single spray in one nostril. 
  • Do not use more than 1 spray (10 mg) of Zavzpret nasal spray in a 24-hour period.
  •  It is not known if it is safe to use more than 8 sprays (doses) of this medicine in 30 days. 
Detailed Zavzpret dosage information
Zavzpret Dosage information (more detail)

Before Taking

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to the active ingredient, zavegepant, or any of the inactive ingredients.  here is a complete list of ingredients at the bottom of the page.

Zavzpret pregnancy and breastfeeding warnings (more detail)

What should I tell my doctor before using Zavzpret?

Tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

 • have kidney problems.

 • have liver problems. 

Pregnancy and Zavzpret 

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if this medicine will harm your unborn baby. 

Breastfeeding and Zavzpret 

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known whether this medicine passes into your breast milk. Talk with your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby 

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Zavzpret side effects

Common Zavzpret side effects may include:

  • unusual taste (dysgeusia)
  • feeling sick (nausea)
  • nasal discomfort
  • vomiting .

Serious Zavzpret side effects include:

Allergic reactions, including hives and swelling of the face, can happen after you use this medicine. Call your healthcare provider or get emergency help right away if you have any of the following symptoms, which may be part of an allergic reaction: 

  • swelling of the face, mouth, tongue, or throat 
  • trouble breathing

These are not the only possible side effects of this medicine. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800- FDA-1088.

See more: Zavzpret Side Effects

What other drugs will affect Zavzpret?

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.  

More about Zavzpret (Zavegepant)

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Zavzpret Side Effects
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Zavzpret Nasal Spray Prescribing Information
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Drug class: CGRP inhibitors

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