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Emerging Therapies for Patients With Difficult-to-Treat Migraine
P & T : a Peer-Reviewed Journal for Formulary Management
|October 2, 2018
Summary
New migraine treatments offer hope for non-responders. However, their widespread adoption hinges on affordability and accessibility for patients seeking effective migraine therapy.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Migraine treatment landscape is evolving with novel therapeutic classes.
- Existing therapies have limitations for a subset of patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the potential impact of new migraine medications.
- To highlight the role of cost in clinical adoption.
Main Methods:
- Review of emerging migraine drug classes.
- Analysis of economic factors influencing treatment accessibility.
Main Results:
- New medications offer alternative treatment options for refractory migraine.
- Pricing and reimbursement strategies will significantly impact clinical practice patterns.
Conclusions:
- Novel migraine therapies promise improved patient outcomes.
- Cost-effectiveness and market access are critical for successful implementation.
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