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What is erenumab?

Pronunciation: /erenumab*/

erenumab

Definition

A human immunoglobulin G2 (IgG2) monoclonal antibody targeting calcitonin gene-related peptide receptor (CGRPR), that can be used in the preventive treatment of migraine. Upon subcutaneous administration, erenumab specifically targets, binds to and blocks the activity of CGRPR. This may relief CGRPR-triggered migraine.