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Overview
RIZATRIPTAN is a Schedule H drug.Rizatriptan is a headache medicine that narrows the blood vessels around the brain. Rizatriptan also reduces substances in the body that can trigger headache pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms. Rizatriptan is used to treat migraine headaches. Rizatriptan will only treat a headache that has already begun. It will not prevent headaches or reduce the number of attacks.
Usage
RIZATRIPTAN is generally used to treat: MigraineRIZATRIPTAN can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Nausea
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: OralPrecautions
It may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. It may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication. Ensure an interval of at least 24 hr after stopping an ergotamine compound and starting a serotonin (5-HT1) agonist. Caution needed for patients withCommon Side-Effects
RIZATRIPTAN : Stroke, Heart Attack, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Dizziness, Chest Pain, Shortness Of Breath, Body Excessive Sweating, Irregular Heartbeat, Fainting, Mood Swings, ConfusionRare Side-Effects
RIZATRIPTAN : Serotonin Syndrome, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Hallucinations, Loss Of Coordination, Nausea, Vomit, Agitation, Restless Or IrritabilityDisease Interactions
RIZATRIPTAN can interfere with: Hyperlipidemia, Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus, Ischemic Heart Disease, Menopause, Myocardial Infarction, Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Acute Liver Failure, Migraine, Phenylketonuria, Acute Renal FailureTechnical Classification
RIZATRIPTAN is categorized as: ANTIMIGRAINE AGENTS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with RIZATRIPTAN as Ingredient
MAXALT RPD 10MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 10.0 MG |
RITZA 10MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 10.0 MG |
RITZA 5MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 5.0 MG |
RIZACT 10MG TAB MD | RIZATRIPTAN 10.0 MG |
RIZACT 10MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 10 MG |
RIZACT 5 MD TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 5.0 MG |
RIZACT 5MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 5 MG |
RIZACT MD TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 10 MG |
RIZATAN 10MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 10.0 MG |
RIZATAN 5MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 5 MG |
RIZATRIP 10MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 10.0 MG |
RIZATRIP 5MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 5.0 MG |
RIZATRIP ODT 10MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 10.0 MG |
RIZATRIP ODT 5MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 5.0 MG |
RIZORA 10MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 10.0 MG |
RIZORA 5MG TAB | RIZATRIPTAN 5.0 MG |