Emgality Autoinjector Pen

Emgality Autoinjector Pen is used to stop migraine headaches in adults.

Emgality Autoinjector Pen is also used to treat episodes of cluster headaches in adults.

Emgality Autoinjector Pen may also be used for reasons that are not mentioned in this medication guide.

Follow all instructions on your medicine label and package. Inform all your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and any medicines you are taking.

You should not use Emgality Autoinjector Pen if you are allergic to it.

Emgality Autoinjector Pen is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. It is not known whether Emgality Autoinjector Pen will harm an unborn baby. However, having migraine headaches during pregnancy may cause preeclampsia (dangerously high blood pressure that can lead to medical problems for both mother and baby). The benefit of preventing migraines may outweigh any risks to the baby.

It may not be safe to breast-feed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.

Get emergency medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

An allergic reaction to Emgality Autoinjector Pen can happen several days after an injection.

Common side effects of Emgality Autoinjector Pen may include:

• pain, redness, itching, or irritation at the injection site.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may happen. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Emgality Autoinjector Pen is injected under the skin. A healthcare provider may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.

For prevention of migraine headaches: Emgality Autoinjector Pen is usually given as a first dose of 2 injections, followed by 1 injection once per month.

For treatment of a cluster headache episodes: Emgality Autoinjector Pen is usually given as 3 injections at the start of the cluster period, followed by 1 injection once per month until the end of the cluster period.

Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.

Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand all instructions.

Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it. Do not use if the medicine looks cloudy, has changed colors, or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.

Store Emgality Autoinjector Pen in its original carton in the refrigerator, protected from light. Do not freeze or shake the medicine.

You may briefly store Emgality Autoinjector Pen at room temperature. Protect from light and use the medicine within 7 days. Do not put it back in the refrigerator.

Take the medicine out of the refrigerator and let it reach room temperature for 30 minutes before injecting your dose. Do not warm the medicine with hot water, sunlight, or a microwave.

Each prefilled syringe or pen is for one use only. Throw it away after one use, even if there is still medicine left inside.

Use the medicine as soon as you remember, and then restart your regular injection schedule 1 month later. Do not use two doses at one time to make up a missed dose.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

Other drugs may affect Emgality Autoinjector Pen, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.

Find detailed information on biosimilars for this medication.