Maxtan 5 Tablet is used in the treatment of acute attacks of migraine. It relieves the symptoms of migraine and prevents the attack from becoming worse. This medicine helps by narrowing the blood vessels, thereby relieving migraine headaches.

Maxtan 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly.

Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include dry mouth, sensation of heaviness, nausea, weakness, and paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation). However, these are usually temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or worry you.

It may also cause sleepiness at the beginning of your treatment, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause changes in your mood and you may feel depressed, therefore, regular monitoring of behavior is important. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any heart problems, as the use of Maxtan 5 Tablet is contraindicated in some heart diseases. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine. Consult your doctor and stop this medicine if you develop severe chest or stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, or significantly high blood pressure, after taking this medicine.

Uses of Maxtan Tablet

Acute migraine headache

Side effects of Maxtan Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Maxtan

Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Heaviness
Nausea
Sleepiness
Weakness

How to use Maxtan Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Maxtan 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Maxtan Tablet works

Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilatation of blood vessels in the head. Maxtan 5 Tablet works by constricting (narrowing) these blood vessels, thereby relieving the migraine headaches.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Maxtan 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Maxtan 5 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Maxtan 5 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Maxtan 5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Maxtan 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Maxtan 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Maxtan 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Maxtan 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Maxtan Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Maxtan 5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Maxtan 5 Tablet for treatment of migraine headaches.
Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
- Have your meals at the same time everyday
- Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures
- Avoid loud music and noisy places
- Avoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol and smoking
- Get enough sleep and avoid stress
It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Notify your doctor if your migraine occurs more often after starting the medication.
Notify your doctor if you have stomach pain, headache, bloody diarrhoea or worsening high blood pressure.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
This medication does not prevent migraine attacks from happening.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Tryptamine Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Triptans (5-HT1B/1D Agonists)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Maxtan with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Tapentadol (Nasal Route) Life-threatening

Concurrent use may cause fatal rise in blood serotonin levels. Avoid concurrent use unless your doctor considers it safe.

Selegiline (Oral Route) Life-threatening

Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin... More

Tranylcypromine (Oral Route) Life-threatening

Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin... More

Codergocrine Mesylate (Oral Route) Severe

Concurrent use may cause an excessive narrowing of blood vessels. Ensure a gap of At least 24 hrs between taking Rizatriptan and Codergocrine Mesylate.

Linezolid (Oral Route) Severe

Concurrent use may cause serotonin syndrome. Do not consume Linezolid with Rizatriptan. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as tremors, fever, diarrhea or ... More

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Patient concerns

I am facing issue of headache from last 3-4 years.i have consulted allopathy and they have given me sibelum 10 for migrane and asked to take metopar(paracetamol) when ever pain is too much.i am nit taking sibelum now but i am taking metopar when ever required.so i want a homeopathy consultatation if it can be cured by homeopathy or the level of headache can be lowered. Currently i face headache once in a week and i had to take metopar. Kindly suggest. My weight 80 kg And i am taking some neuro medicines ( stalopam 10, amitone 10) I also have cholesterol and taking (atorec 20)

Dr. Faran Siddiqui

Homeopathy

Migraine and headache are two different things migraine is primarily headache of one side in symmetrically

He has a problem of headache.what is the reason of headache in childMRI nd all reports are normal

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Migraine, Tension-type headache, Cluster headache and Chronic daily headache are few examples of reason

My sister, she gets head ache when she completes her bath or when exposed to cold. When consultanted with an opthalmologist he said there isn't any eye power. Later consulting an other general physician he told that it is due to sinus and migraine and recommend to use half tablet of sinarest and then it decreases. So please advice me What's her problem?

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

It could be migraine or tension type headache

FAQs

What should I tell my doctor before taking Maxtan 5 Tablet?

Before taking Maxtan 5 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, liver or kidney disease or a family history of heart disease. You should also inform your doctor if you smoke, have had your menopause, or are a man aged 40 years or more. Let your doctor know if your headache is associated with dizziness, difficulty in walking, lack of coordination or weakness in the leg and arm. Your doctor should also know if you are taking medicines to treat depression such as sertraline, escitalopram oxalate, fluoxetine, venlafaxine, or duloxetine. It is also important to inform your doctor if you have had short-lived chest pain and tightness.

What are the symptoms of Maxtan 5 Tablet overdose?

Taking an overdose of Maxtan 5 Tablet may cause fainting, dizziness, slow heartbeat, change in electrical activity of the heart, vomiting and inability to retain urine or stools.

What are the symptoms of headache caused due to medication overuse?

If you are having frequent or daily headaches despite (or because of) the regular use of headache medications, it is suggestive of medication overuse headache. You should consult your doctor who may discontinue the medication for sometime.

Can Maxtan 5 Tablet be used for the prevention of migraine attacks?

No, Maxtan 5 Tablet is not used for the prevention of migraine attacks. It should only be used where a clear diagnosis of migraine has been established.

What triggers migraine attacks?

Migraine may be triggered by several factors. Some of the common triggers are caffeine withdrawal, changes in hormone levels during menstruation or with the use of birth control pills. Migraine also gets triggered with changes in sleep patterns, such as not getting enough sleep, drinking alcohol, missing meals, or smoking. Rigorous exercise or other physical stress, loud noises or bright lights, odors or perfumes, or exposure to smoke and stress and anxiety may also act as a trigger.

Does migraine run in families?

Migraines may run in families. Migraines occur more often in women than men. It has been noticed that some women, but not all, have fewer migraines when they are pregnant.

Can Maxtan 5 Tablet increase my blood pressure?

Yes, Maxtan 5 Tablet can cause an increase in blood pressure. However, it is does not occur in everyone. But, you should keep a check on your blood pressure during therapy with Maxtan 5 Tablet.

How do I know migraine attack is about to start?

Some people develop aura before getting a migraine attack. It may include visual problems, such as seeing flashing lights, zig-zag patterns or blind spots, numbness, dizziness, or a tingling sensation like pins and needles, or feeling off balance. You may also have difficulty speaking and loss of consciousness, although this is unusual.

Can I take Maxtan 5 Tablet with propranolol?

Yes, you can take propranolol and Maxtan 5 Tablet together. However, since Propranolol may cause an increase in levels of Maxtan 5 Tablet, so you should take 5 mg dose of Maxtan 5 Tablet and not 10 mg.

When should I start taking the medicines used to prevent migraine?

Medicines for prevention of migraine are usually used if you have tried avoiding possible triggers but are still experiencing migraines. You may also be prescribed these medicines if you experience very severe migraine attacks, or if your attacks happen frequently.

Can Maxtan 5 Tablet cause liver damage?

No, Maxtan 5 Tablet does not cause liver damage, but you should let your doctor know if you have any liver problem, before taking Maxtan 5 Tablet.

How soon should I take Maxtan 5 Tablet when attack starts?

Once your migraine headache has started, take Maxtan 5 Tablet as soon as possible. Do not use it to prevent an attack. Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

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