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biologics

Treatment for Cluster Headache

Biologics like CGRP monoclonal antibodies (e.g., galcanezumab) target and block calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptors, which play a critical role in cluster headache pathogenesis. By inhibiting CGRP signaling, these medications reduce neurogenic inflammation and pain transmission, potentially decreasing the frequency and severity of cluster headache attacks.

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sqplanetarium

5.0

The whole system is insane. Case in point: I take a biologic for lupus. The list price is $5000 per month. With insurance my copay has been $250 per month (though that's fluctuated with different plans I've had). Then the drug manufacturer has a ...View more

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Luvbooks101

2.0

I have used these and they worked for me when I was on Aimovig. Ever since getting Covid in 2022 my migraines have been uncontrollable and biologics don’t work anymore. 😔

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Lobscra

3.0

I do a monthly Emigality and another biologic I inject every two weeks for sinus issues. It really isn't so bad once you get used to it. My experience has been, in general, less side effects with biologics than other meds.

EmgalityBiologics

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chasingfirecara

4.0

Replace "migraine" with "Crohn's Disease" and same story. When the cause isn't known, meds are thrown at the wall (aka patient) until one works. Or sorta works. Or reduces some symptoms. It is frustrating. eta: a quite successful Crohn's disease tr...View more

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