Ubrelvy side effects

Specifically, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Ubrelvy oral tablet for immediate relief of migraine in adults.

This article describes possible side effects of Ubrelvy oral tablet. You can explore this overview article to learn more about Ubrelvy, including the drug’s uses, side effects, and more.

Ubrelvy is a brand-name medication that comes as oral tablet. It isn’t available in a generic version. This article describes the possible side effects of Ubrelvy.

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More common side effects of Ubrelvy

Ubrelvy oral tablet may cause mild or serious side effects. Below are some of the more common side effects of this medication.

Commonly reported side effects of Ubrelvy oral tablet include:

• nausea*
• sleepiness

* To learn more about this side effect, see the “Side effects of Ubrelvy in detail” section below.

Mild side effects of Ubrelvy

Ubrelvy may cause certain mild side effects. Most often, mild side effects are temporary and can be easily managed. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have side effects that don’t go away or become bothersome.

Mild side effects of Ubrelvy oral tablet that occurred in studies include:

• nausea*
• sleepiness
• dry mouth*
• fatigue (tiredness)

* To learn more about this side effect, see the “Side effects of Ubrelvy in detail” section below.

Ubrelvy oral tablet may cause more mild side effects than those listed above. For details, see the drug’s prescribing information.

Serious side effects of Ubrelvy

There haven’t been many serious side effects reported with Ubrelvy. If you have any serious side effects from Ubrelvy oral tablet, call your doctor right away. But if you think you’re having a medical emergency or your side effects feel life threatening, take immediate action. Call 911 or a local emergency number, or go to the nearest emergency room.

After the FDA approves a drug, it tracks and reviews side effects of the medication. Visit MedWatch’s website if you’d like to notify the FDA about a side effect you’ve had with Ubrelvy.

Serious side effects of Ubrelvy oral tablet that occurred in studies include severe allergic reactions.

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Allergic reaction

For some people, Ubrelvy oral tablet can cause an allergic reaction.

In general, symptoms of an allergic reaction can be mild or serious. You can learn more about possible symptoms in this article.

Ways to manage

For mild allergic reaction symptoms, such as a mild rash around your eyes, call your doctor right away. They may recommend treatments to help manage your symptoms. They’ll also let you know whether you should keep taking the medication.

For severe allergic reaction symptoms, such as swelling or difficulty breathing, call 911 or your local emergency number right away. These symptoms require immediate medical care because they can become life threatening. If you’ve had a serious allergic reaction to Tobradex eye drops and ointment, your doctor may recommend taking a different medication instead.

Common questions about side effects of Ubrelvy

Here are answers to some common questions about side effects of Ubrelvy oral tablet. If you have other questions, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

Does Ubrelvy cause long-term side effects?

Long-term side effects aren’t expected with Ubrelvy. In studies, specific side effects weren’t seen in people who had taken the drug for a long time. Long lasting side effects after treatment ended also weren’t reported.

Talk with your doctor if you have more questions about possible long-term side effects with Ubrelvy.

Is hair loss a side effect of Ubrelvy?

It’s not likely. Hair loss wasn’t reported as a side effect in studies of Ubrelvy. But that doesn’t mean hair loss can’t happen or won’t be reported in the future.

If you’re experiencing hair loss while taking Ubrelvy, talk with your doctor.

Is weight gain or weight loss a side effect of Ubrelvy?

No, changes in weight weren’t reported as a side effect in studies of Ubrelvy.

However, other medications used to treat migraine may cause weight changes. Examples include topiramate (Topamax, others), amitriptyline, and propranolol (Inderal, others).

If you’re experiencing weight changes while taking Ubrelvy, talk with your doctor.

Side effects of Ubrelvy in detail

Below you’ll find details on some of the side effects of Ubrelvy oral tablet.

Nausea

In studies, nausea was common in people taking Ubrelvy oral tablet. This side effect is usually mild.

With nausea, you may feel like you need to vomit. You can also experience an upset stomach.

Ways to manage

If you experience symptoms of nausea, try to:

• change your eating habits to eat smaller, more frequent meals
• get outside for fresh air
• drink frequent sips of water

If your nausea is very bothersome or persistent, tell your doctor. They can recommend other ways to manage your symptoms.

Dry mouth

In studies, dry mouth occurred in people taking Ubrelvy oral tablet. This side effect is usually mild.

This side effect can cause a dry or parched feeling in your mouth. It may also lead to bad breath, a dry throat, or cracked lips.

Ways to manage

Dry mouth is typically temporary. A few things you can do to help are:

• sipping on water throughout the day
• using a humidifier when you sleep
• chewing sugarless gum or sucking on sugarless hard candy
• sucking on ice cubes

If your dry mouth is really bothersome, talk with your doctor. If needed, they can prescribe medications that can help.

Warnings for Ubrelvy

Below are some factors you may want to discuss with your doctor before taking Ubrelvy oral tablet.

Warnings

It may not be safe for you to take Ubrelvy oral tablet if you have specific health conditions. These are sometimes called drug-condition interactions. Other things may also affect whether Ubrelvy oral tablet is a safe treatment option for you.

Before taking Ubrelvy oral tablet, tell your doctor about your health and medications you take. Things to consider include:

• kidney problems
• liver problems
• past allergic reaction to Ubrelvy

Ubrelvy and pregnancy

It’s not known whether Ubrelvy oral tablet should be taken during pregnancy. If you’re planning a pregnancy or can become pregnant, talk with your doctor before taking this medication.

Ubrelvy and breastfeeding

It’s not known whether Ubrelvy oral tablet should be taken while breastfeeding. If you’re currently breastfeeding or planning to do so, talk with your doctor before taking this medication.

Ubrelvy and alcohol

Ubrelvy oral tablet is not known to interact with alcohol.

But drinking alcohol and Ubrelvy can cause similar side effects, such as nausea and sleepiness. Therefore, mixing alcohol and Ubrelvy can make you more likely to experience these side effects.

In some cases, alcohol can also trigger a migraine episode. Keep in mind that Ubrelvy is used to treat migraine.

If you drink alcohol, talk with your doctor about whether it’s safe to consume it during your treatment with Ubrelvy oral tablet.

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