Allergan’s Oral Drugs Overlooked In CGRP Inhibitor Development Race
Executive Summary
Allergan has two oral CGRP inhibitors – the only small molecules in the drug class in the clinic – but anti-CGRP biologics are likely to hit the market first. However, an effective oral product from a company that’s already marketing a migraine drug – Botox – could be an overlooked contender.
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