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Aimovig: Uses, How It Works, And Common Side Effects

Aimovig is a once-monthly injection used for the prevention of migraine in adults. It can help prevent migraines before they start and reduce the number of days per month you have a migraine.

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Aimovig is a once-monthly injection used for the prevention of migraine in adults. It can help prevent migraines before they start and reduce the number of days per month you have a migraine.

It is an injection given under the skin, which can be self-administered using the SureClick auto injector or prefilled syringe.

This medicine works by blocking a protein called calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP), which may play a key role in migraines. CGRP is involved in pain transmission, and levels increase during a migraine attack. It may also play a causative role in the formation of migraine attacks.

Aimovig belongs to a group of medicines called CGRP inhibitors. It was first FDA-approved on May 17, 2018, and there is no generic available.

The most common side effects are injection site reactions and constipation. New-onset or worsening of pre-existing hypertension may occur. This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur.

This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider.

References:
1. Drugs.com. Updated July 2025. Aimovig: Package Insert / Prescribing Info. Retrieved from https://www.drugs.com/pro/aimovig.html
2. Aimovig [package insert]. Updated June 2025. Amgen Inc. Retrieved from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=b998ed05-94b0-47fd-b28f-cddd1e128fd8
Prepared and presented by a registered pharmacist from Drugs.com, this content delivers clinically reviewed, evidence-based information for educational use. Always seek the guidance of a healthcare professional for personal medical decisions.

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