Take back Today
This post is sponsored by NurtecODT. All opinions are my own.
As a child, I was a very active girl. I was always in some extracurricular class - piano, flute, painting, cross stitching, ballet, karate, the list goes on. My mother always kept me busy because she had a lot of energy, energy that would somehow manifest in my activity level. She was constantly running, juggling a million things but with such grace and gratitude. But I also remember those days when my mother had migraine attacks. Those days were difficult for her, and for me, because my superhero of a mom would then be crippled with pain, and she couldn’t do anything. The light bothered her, loud noises intensified the migraine, and she would get so nauseous that she would have to lie down - lying down was the only thing that made her feel better. When my mother would have migraine attacks, I would also have tough days, as she wouldn’t be able to drive me to my classes that both her and I loved so much. As a child, I remember that the word “migraine” was synonymous with “boredom” and of course with discomfort for my mom. When I was a child, I didn't really understand what migraine was, but as I got older I understood that it was something that my mother couldn't control and it was severe enough to disable my mom for many days.
Though I personally do not experience migraine, watching my mother’s migraine was devastating. One thing I’ve learned from my mother’s experience is that apart from the physical pain and discomfort, there is often an unspoken feeling of isolation. For those affected by migraine attacks, life can sometimes feel like a guessing game. Will I get a migraine this week? Can I go to that important dinner meeting with my husband and his colleagues - what if I get a migraine attack? Will this activity trigger my symptoms?
The personal testimony of Khloé Kardashian and her experience with migraine left an impression on me. She talked about how, ever since she was a child, she dealt with migraine. Seeing how often my mother had migraine attacks, I cannot imagine how difficult it was for her to experience them at such a young age. In her testimony, she says that “in addition to the physical pain, migraine has also robbed me of time with my daughter. That’s the most heartbreaking thing.” This statement really resonated with me as I know that my mother felt the same way.
There are so many people in my life that experience migraine and that is why I am proud to partner with Nurtec™ ODT (rimegepant) 75 mg to help spread awareness about an acute treatment of migraine option. Nurtec ODT is the first and only orally-dissolving tablet that blocks calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptors— the activity of CGRP is thought to be one of the root causes of migraine pain. Nurtec ODT is approved for the acute treatment of migraine in adults and provides fast relief and return to normal function for many patients. It dissolves in seconds, no water is needed, and can be taken anywhere at any time.
The migraine community is not just for those who personally experience migraine but also for everyone who knows someone with migraine. Whether you personally have migraine attacks or you know someone who does, let’s work together to raise awareness and to support those that we love! Nurtec ODT gives hope to everyone who lives with debilitating migraine attacks and quickly relieves them to allow you to live your life! It is time for people with migraine disease to #TakeBackToday! You can read more about this campaign at TakeBackToday.com and more about Nurtec ODT at Nurtec.com. Join the community of those taking back their day from migraine on social media through the hashtag #TakeBackToday – and share your journey! Additionally, Nurtec ODT has teamed up with COVE to provide at home doctor access through telemedicine. You can get in-depth online consultations, have access to medical teams, and receive a personalized treatment plan. Learn more about it at get.withcove.com. Nurtec ODT is not used as a preventive treatment of migraine. It is not known if Nurtec ODT is safe and effective in children. Do not take Nurtec ODT if you are allergic to Nurtec ODT or any of its ingredients.
If you or a loved one experiences migraine - talk to your doctor, or encourage your loved one to talk to their doctor, to learn about acute treatments available for migraine, including Nurtec ODT. Let’s encourage one another to have these conversations, to empower us to take back the day from migraine!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Do not take Nurtec ODT if you are allergic to Nurtec ODT (rimegepant) or any of its ingredients.
Before you take Nurtec ODT, tell your healthcare provider (HCP) about all your medical conditions, including if you:
● have liver problems,
● have kidney problems,
● are pregnant or plan to become pregnant,
● breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.
● Tell your HCP about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Nurtec ODT may cause serious side effects including allergic reactions, including trouble breathing and rash. This can happen days after you take Nurtec ODT. Call your HCP or get emergency help right away if you have swelling of the face, mouth, tongue, or throat or trouble breathing. This occurred in less than 1% of patients treated with Nurtec ODT.
The most common side effect of Nurtec ODT was nausea (2% of patients). This is not the only possible side effect of Nurtec ODT. Tell your HCP if you have any side effects.
You are encouraged to report side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1‑800‑FDA‑1088 or report side effects to Biohaven at 1‑833‑4Nurtec.