Answers by TheMediTary.Com - Last updated: 13-Jul-2023
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.