Rizatriptan



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  • Contains / Salt: Rizatriptan


Rizatriptan Information



Rizatriptan Benefits & Uses

Rizatriptan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Rizatriptan Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Migraine
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Migraine
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Migraine
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Adolescents weighing 40 kg or more
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Migraine
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Children 6 years and older weighing 40 kg or more


Rizatriptan Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rizatriptan is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Common

  • Weakness

Rizatriptan Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Rizatriptan safe for pregnant women?


    Rizatriptan may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Rizatriptan, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Rizatriptan safe during breastfeeding?


    Rizatriptan may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Rizatriptan on the Kidneys?


    Rizatriptan rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Rizatriptan on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Rizatriptan on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Rizatriptan on the Heart?


    Side effects of Rizatriptan rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Rizatriptan with Other Drugs

Rizatriptan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Rizatriptan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rizatriptan unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Rizatriptan

  • Is this Rizatriptan habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Rizatriptan is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Rizatriptan, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Rizatriptan can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Rizatriptan is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Rizatriptan in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Rizatriptan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Rizatriptan


    Taking Rizatriptan with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Rizatriptan


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rizatriptan.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Maxalt (rizatriptan benzoate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 179

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1112-1113



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