Vyepti: A New Way to Prevent Migraine Attacks
June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. If you’ve never had a migraine, consider yourself lucky!
However, in the U.S., nearly 39 million people suffer from migraine headaches.
In fact, migraines are the second-leading cause of disability in the world (second to back pain). Migraine sufferers know first-hand how debilitating this condition can be.
To further complicate the issue, treating migraine headaches has historically involved:
A trial-and-error process
A combination of trigger-prevention attempts
Various medical interventions, including oral medications, acupuncture, and even painful botox injections.
A powerful new Migraine treatment, called Vyepti, is now available.
Vyepti is the first FDA-approved intravenous (IV) preventative (prophylactic) migraine treatment. Vyepti infusions offer adult migraine sufferers a safe, convenient, and effective way to prevent migraines and gain control of their life back.
At LUX Infusion, we understand the impact migraines have on individuals. That’s why we’re proud to support evidence-based therapies that can help promote a better quality of life.
To that end, here’s a closer look at how Vyepti infusions can bring relief to patients.
Understanding Migraine Attacks
Migraines are debilitating headaches characterized by severe pain or pulsating sensations, often on one side of the head.
Commonly, migraine symptoms include (and not limited to)
Nausea
Vomiting
Sensitivity to light and sound
Depending on the severity and frequency of migraine attacks, they can greatly disrupt relationships, work-life, and overall quality of life.
What Is Vyepti?
Vyepti is an FDA-approved medication specifically designed for the preventive treatment of migraines in adults.
Generically known as eptinezumab-jjmr, Vyepti belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies.
As such, Vyepti targets calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP), a molecule involved in migraine attacks.
By blocking CGRP, Vyepti helps reduce the frequency and intensity of migraines.
Why Vyepti?
Vyepti infusions offer several unique benefits in the management of migraines, including (and not limited to):
Convenience: Vyepti is administered as an intravenous (IV) infusion, typically in an outpatient infusion center. Vyepti infusions typically last 30 minutes and are scheduled every three months. Typically, this can help reduce the need to frequently take other headache medications, which most people appreciate.
Efficacy: Clinical studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of Vyepti in reducing the frequency and severity of migraines. By targeting CGRP, Vyepti helps interrupt the migraine cascade, providing sustained relief to patients. There are no true contraindications to Vyepti, aside from a history of hypersensitivity to epitinezumab-jjmr (Vyepti).
Personalized Care: At LUX Infusion, our team of healthcare professionals closely monitors patients during Vyepti infusions, ensuring their safety and well-being. We tailor Vyepti treatment plans to each patient's specific needs, maximizing the potential benefits and minimizing any potential side effects.
Quality of Life: Vyepti infusions not only alleviate migraine symptoms, but they also can improve patients’ quality of life. By reducing the frequency and severity of migraines, individuals can regain control over their daily activities, experience fewer interruptions in work or social engagements, and enjoy a better overall sense of well-being.
Complementary Therapies: In conjunction with Vyepti infusions, our medical infusion clinic offers a comprehensive approach to migraine management. We provide additional therapies, such as tips on lifestyle modifications, stress management techniques, and other preventive strategies, to enhance the effectiveness of Vyepti infusions and improve long-term outcomes for our patients.
Vyepti Infusion Treatment at LUX Infusion
As National Migraine Month, June serves as a reminder of how debilitating migraines can be and how migraine treatments continue to advance.
At LUX Infusion, our team is fully committed to providing advanced solutions for migraine relief.
Vyepti infusions offer a valuable treatment option that can:
Reduce the frequency and severity of migraines
Improve patients' quality of life
Contact LUX Infusion to learn more about Vyepti infusions and how we can help you find relief from debilitating migraines. Vyepti infusions are typically available at our Anchorage, Palmer, and Fairbanks infusion clinics.
Together, let's empower you to live a life free from the limitations of migraines.
