Maxalt
Rizatriptan tablets for migraine. It narrows the blood vessels that widen during an attack.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Rizatriptan
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 5mg · 10mg
Maxalt is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
Supply requirements for Maxalt depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.
Maxalt details
- Condition
- Migraine
- Alternative names
- rizatriptan
- Therapeutic class
- Serotonin 5-HT1B/1D Receptor Agonist
- Pharmacological class
- Triptan
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; somnolence; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- fatigue; dry mouth; paraesthesia
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Merck
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 4–6 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- MAO Inhibitors; Ergotamine; Propranolol
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over six years and adults.
Contraindications
ischaemic heart disease; uncontrolled hypertension; MAO inhibitor therapy within two weeks
Serious side effects
myocardial infarction, requires immediate medical attention; severe cerebral haemorrhage, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Rizatriptan tablets for migraine. It narrows the blood vessels that widen during an attack.
Mechanism of action
Stimulates 5-HT1B and 5-HT1D receptors on cranial blood vessels, producing local vasoconstriction and reducing inflammatory signaling.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use if potential benefits outweigh risks. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
What you will receive
Maxalt names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Rizatriptan at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.