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Rizatriptan is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Rizatriptan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Rizatriptan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rizatriptan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
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.
Is the use of Rizatriptan safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Rizatriptan on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Rizatriptan on the Kidneys?
Rizatriptan rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rizatriptan on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Rizatriptan on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Rizatriptan on the Heart?
Rizatriptan has very mild side effects on the heart.
Rizatriptan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rizatriptan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rizatriptan habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Rizatriptan.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Rizatriptan as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Rizatriptan is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Rizatriptan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rizatriptan
It is safe to take Rizatriptan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rizatriptan
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Rizatriptan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
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