Nurtec ODT for Migraine Prevention User Reviews (Page 2)

• Calluna
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 5, 2022

"I’ve been on Nurtec for a month. I’m new to migraine medication and didn’t know my daily headaches were migraines until hemiplegic attack led me to hospital for what I thought was a stroke. I’m 43, have a high pain tolerance, and have idiopathic intracranial hypertension. I didn’t know what “silent migraines” were until a neurologist explained them, and the auras, numbness, etc. are what drove me to get treatment. Now that I’ve been on Nurtec, I notice the migraines because I’ve felt what life is like without them. Occasionally, one slips through at about the 36 hour mark though, and since I’m prescribed Nurtec as a routine every other day medication, I don’t want to take another one earlier and risk running out before my refill. There aren’t studies past 17 doses/month, so I’m not migraine free just yet. My only side effect has been bloating, and for me, considering my IBS, that’s impressive and tolerable."

• Cleverd
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 27, 2022

"I have had a great experience with Nurtec ODT. I went from waking up with a migraine every day to having maybe 3-4 a month and they are controlled with Imitrex. I have been on it every other day for 3 months and have noticed in the last couple of weeks an increase in my migraines. Not sure what this is about. Otherwise, Nurtec gave me my life back."

• Hopeful
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 30, 2023

"I'm back to update!! (I'm unable to edit my original review.) I was the 62-year-old who had suffered from migraines for 40 years and posted in November 2022 that I had not had a headache since the 15th. It's now April 2023, and I'm thrilled to report that I did not have a single headache day in March! I did have one in April after a very long flight and 90 minutes of driving a rental car through Atlanta, but that was it. I'm ecstatic! Although Nurtec ODT causes some joint pain, it's much more bearable than migraines, so I'm not complaining. I appreciate the fact that it's free of cost. Thank you, Nurtec ODT."

• Jen
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 19, 2023

"I've been taking this medication for about 3 months, and it definitely does help. I've gone from up to 10-15 migraines a month to maybe 2 or 3. I also experience no side effects from this, which is a huge plus. I haven't taken it for acute treatment, so I can't comment on whether or not it works for that, but if you're looking for a preventative, I'd say give it a shot!"

• Vanessa
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 4, 2024

"I was experiencing more migraines per month and had been taking Ubrelvy, which worked initially, but as time went on was not really effective. My doctor started me on Nurtec as a preventative two months ago, and I have not had a 'full-blown' migraine since. I have had the 'start' of a migraine two or three times, with aura and visual disturbances, light sensitivity - but it never progressed from there and was completely resolved in less than an hour or two. Previously, my migraines lasted all day long, sometimes into the following day, and caused me to vomit, to miss work, and to be completely bedridden. So this is a huge improvement! Although I am cautiously optimistic, since it's only been two months. As far as side effects are concerned, the first week I felt slightly nauseous for a little while after taking it, but not anymore. I have been experiencing really vivid dreams as well, but not sure if that is a side effect."

• Norca...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 29, 2023

"I’ve had migraines for over 20 years, and I feel like I’ve tried everything. Drugs like Imitrex have never worked for me. My migraines like to come with no warning and sometimes wake me up in the middle of the night. My doctor suggested Emgality, which was absolutely amazing, but I had bad allergic reactions to the injections that forced me to stopped using it after 6 months. I’ve been taking Nurtec every other day for a month now, and while it’s not as effective in preventing headaches, it allows me to have a normal life with no migraines (so far) which makes me so happy. I’m not terrified of waking up in the morning with a migraine. The taste is similar to Zofran, and it dissolves fairly quickly. It is expensive, though, and it took two weeks for my insurance to approve it, but it’s totally worth it. I’m willing do everything I can for no migraines. I hope it works out as a long term solution for my migraines."

• DaPep
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 27, 2022

"I love this medication. It doesn’t work every time but my body has gotten too used to Sumatriptan so I have to have an alternative. I also get Botox and Aimovig. I’m now using Nurtec as a preventative so I take it every other day and have seen great results. I don’t get any nausea but I love how it doesn’t make you tired like Sumatriptan does. I highly recommend you try it if your insurance covers it."

• Anne
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 23, 2023

"I have been dealing with chronic migraines for most of my life and started taking this every other day (doctor recommended) after using it as an abortive medication and migraines are popping up but manageable. My migraines tend to go on for days and that is still happening though muted by Nurtec. I still have to take the cocktail of ibuprofen and Tylenol to stop it often. It is my last option since I have tried literally all other medications. The nausea, and other symptoms are always present. My family commented yesterday that I am not acting like myself. I’m feeling constantly tired, spaced out, slowed down, easily frazzled, having a hard time understanding what people are telling me, even in a text message. It’s even hard to make decisions as simple as ordering food at a restaurant. I read that Nurtec and Verapamil can interact with one another and this may be what’s happening. I think I will stop Nurtec and just deal with the headaches."

• Sturmi
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 30, 2023

"I chose Nurtec when I developed a chronic migraine with up to 3 attacks a day after two severe respiratory infections (non-Covid). I was quite astonished when it worked instantly. I started exactly 12 weeks ago, and in these 12 weeks I had exactly three migraine attacks, no more. But these three attacks were full-blown attacks with flicker scotomas as aura, and each required 2 rizatriptan 10 mg tablets and one eletriptan 40 mg tablet until the headache cleared. Since I have no side effects at all, I will continue with Nurtec."

• Sinbad
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 15, 2022

"Been taking Nurtec ODT for one month and just ordered my 2nd round from the pharmacy. I've hadn't had any side effects and the medication doesn't seem to do anything for my headache pain, but I'm going to give it another try for a 2nd month. Also, I take Aimovig shots, Sumatriptan and when the pain gets really bad, Percoset. I've had the Botox injections, which did nothing for me but enriched my neurologist."

• I...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 19, 2023

"This product doesn’t do anything for me! I've had chronic migraines for years, and Botox worked wonders but Nurtec does nothing no instant relief or long term relief. Nothing. Like I never took anything! And for over $2000 a month! Get out of here. Terrible terrible product."

• eliza...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 29, 2022

"I was getting migraines once a week or more. After I started Nurtec every other day, I started to keep track of my migraines. It went from every few days to only one every two weeks. The pain level went down too! I rarely have to shut myself in a dark room now when I have a migraine now. I haven't noticed any side effects either, so overall I'm really happy with this medicine."

• Liz
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 11, 2023

"I've had migraines since I was a young child. My 2-3 migraine days a month became 3-4 migraine days a week with nausea, auras, speech and cognitive issues. Sumatriptan gave minor relief and unwanted side effects. While taking Nurtec every other day for 2 months, I've had 2 minor migraines, one self inflicted. I took an early dosage to treat the break through migraine and adjusted my schedule accordingly. Sometimes migraines try to creep in just before the next dose. I still get some brain fog but I'm not sure of the actual cause. No noticeable side effects! So happy not to miss work or life because I'm "sleeping off" a migraine. Feels like a miracle. The disintegrating tablets are convenient but the packaging is frustrating. The expense is terribly prohibitive. Wish my sis could try it. Currently, my insurance does not cover it but I receive it at no cost. I would hate to lose access at this point. It's certainly not for everyone but is a major relief for me."

• Kastro
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 6, 2023

"My doctor prescribed this medication to help prevent my migraines (without aura) and also to allow the Imitrex I was already taking to be more effective. I have been taking it for 3 months and have noticed a decrease in the amount of monthly migraine attacks. But more noticeable for me was that the migraines were less severe and my Imitrex started working again. Where a migraine used to last 3 days even when taking Imitrex, now they last maybe an hour or 2 if Imitex is taken as soon as the onset symptoms start. It’s made a huge difference for me. However, it does not work as acute migraine relief for me."

• Skye
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 3, 2023

"I have been prescribed everything under the sun for my headaches. Recently Nurtec ODT, I just took my second dose yesterday, no help with the headaches, constant bowel movements, and now I have the worst metallic taste in my mouth. Will be contacting my Neurologist Monday."

• Disap...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 22, 2022

"I have had migraines since 1982 (with and without auras - vision so bad I couldn't focus) Since then, I have had multiple sinus surgeries which actually reduced the migraines, but multiple cervical fusions made it worse. I still get auras like rippling water over a rocky stream or flashing lights. Sometimes these are with or without pain, but I pretty much live with headaches 24/7 and have seen pain management since my last cervical fusion. They gave me a sample of this medication (to try) as a preventative where you take it every second day. On the days I took the med, it helped with the pain, where I could ignore if I was busy. On the days I didn't take it, the pain was worse than it had been before I even tried the med. With one last tablet to take, it appears that it is not the medication for me. Side note... I did have some of the side affects they listed such as photophobia, nausea and abdominal issues, but if this had worked, I might have stayed with it."

• KRD
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 27, 2024

"Migraines for many years. Recently diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia also occipital neuralgia. Am getting Botox for migraines and it is beneficial. Also use Nurtec as an extra med. Works quite well when taken promptly before symptoms become entrenched. Did not know what a pain-free life was like, but now have periods of no migraine pain. Nurtec alone would not accomplish this, but as an add-on it is good. As a senior citizen, Nurtec coupons are not available, so my insurance pays $600 and I have to pay $400, but I don't take Nurtec as often as I need to because cost is a factor. If I were in a lower income bracket, it would be free, and if I were in a higher income bracket, the cost would not be so important, but with an average income, it is way too expensive."

• Marga...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 31, 2023

"I get migraine headaches everyday. The first time I took Nurtrec, it prevented migraine attacks for 6 days. I was so excited, I decided to relax on my strict migraine diet, just to see how much of a preventive it would be. On the 7th day, I developed a bad migraine attack. I took Nurtec, and it did not kill the headache. In desperation I took 2 Excedrin migraine pills that made it go away (when in the past, no over-the-counter migraine NSAIDS worked on me). Only after 6 hours, the migraine went away. Apparently I should take Nurtec every other day, but it is too expensive a drug. I've been on Imitrex for 13 years and it serves to keep the migraine at bay for 24 hours. They are rebound headaches, I guess, but I'd rather take the Triptan (Imitrex) than suffer through terrible migraines that usually last 48 hours. I am debating on whether to switch to Nurtec. I feel my body's reaction to triptans are waning since I've been taking it for such a long time."

• Ruth
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 21, 2022

"Less than 24 hrs it gives me stomach issues and can’t be far from the bathroom From overly soft stools to diarrhea Not worth me continue to take it when I am miserable with my stomach"

• amers
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 24, 2021

"Ended up getting a rash all over about 10 days in and if I was late on a dose (by hours) the migraine symptoms would start kicking my up. Vestibular migraines."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 23, 2023

"Nurtec has cut my migraines in half. I was getting them almost every day to every other day, and now only 1-2 times a week."

• Migra...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 5, 2024

"Life changing! Never realized life outside of migraines!"

• Mermaid
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 3, 2022

"I took Nurtec as a preventive every other day, total 3 pills. I had absolutely no help from the medication, and I had a side effect of asthma."

• Paul
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 6, 2023

"It works amazing as a preventive. I take it every other day, and it has reduced the amount of headache episodes I have drastically."

• Talia
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 16, 2023

"Works great if I remember to take every other day! Sometimes I still get breakthrough headaches."