Aimovig

The recommended dose of Aimovig (Erenumab) is 70 mg injected subcutaneously (under the skin) once a month. Depending on how you respond to Aimovig (Erenumab), your doctor may prescribe a maximum dose of 140 mg injected once a month. Each prefilled syringe or autoinjector of Aimovig (Erenumab) is single use only and should be safely discarded after the dose has been injected.

Aimovig (Erenumab) is administered by subcutaneous injection in the thigh, buttocks, or abdomen. It is important to rotate the site of injection. Allow the medication to reach room temperature by removing it from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before injecting it. Do not heat the syringe or autoinjector to warm the medication. Do not shake Aimovig (Erenumab) before using it. The solution for injection should be clear-to-slightly-opalescent and colourless-to-slightly-yellow. If it is cloudy or you can see lumps, flakes, or coloured particles in the solution, do not use it.

If you are using Aimovig (Erenumab) at home, your doctor will ensure that you understand exactly how to use it. Make sure you ask any and all questions necessary to ensure that you use it exactly as prescribed. Please refer to the appropriate package insert for details on how to mix the medicine and for proper injection procedures. It is important to visit your doctor regularly during therapy to ensure that the medication is working safely and effectively.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to take Aimovig (Erenumab) exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. The following dose should be given one month after the missed dose has been used. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store Aimovig (Erenumab) in the refrigerator, protect it from light and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children. Do not allow Aimovig (Erenumab) to freeze. Once Aimovig (Erenumab) has been removed from the refrigerator, it may be kept at room temperature (up to 25°C) for up to 14 days. Do not put Aimovig (Erenumab) that has reached room temperature back in the refrigerator.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.