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RIZatan

Composition for RIZatan Products

RIZatan Products are primarily used for
Acute migraine headache

Products for RIZatan

RIZatan 5mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹108.05
Not Available
RIZatan 10mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹169.22
Not Available

About RIZatan Products

uses

Uses of RIZatan Products

Rizatriptan is used in Acute migraine headache. It relieves the symptoms of migraine and prevents the attack from becoming worse.
side effects

RIZatan Products side effects

Common
Side Effects of RIZatan are Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Diarrhea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Vomiting, Palpitations, Mental impairment, Euphoria (feeling of intense excitement and happiness), Tremors, Shortness of breath, Tachycardia, Cold extremities, Muscle pain, Vertigo, Itching, Hearing loss, Hallucination.

How RIZatan Products work

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

In Depth Information for RIZatan Products

  • You have been prescribed RIZatan 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.
  • You have been prescribed RIZatan 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.

Patient Concerns about RIZatan Products

Frequently asked questions about RIZatan Products

Q. What should I tell my doctor before taking RIZatan 5mg Tablet?

Before taking RIZatan 5mg 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.

Q. What are the symptoms of RIZatan 5mg Tablet overdose?

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

Q. 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.

Q. Can RIZatan 5mg Tablet be used for the prevention of migraine attacks?

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

Q. 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.

Q. 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.

Q. Can RIZatan 5mg Tablet increase my blood pressure?

Yes, RIZatan 5mg 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 RIZatan 5mg Tablet.

Q. 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.

Q. Can I take RIZatan 5mg Tablet with propranolol?

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

Q. 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.

Q. Can RIZatan 5mg Tablet cause liver damage?

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

Q. How soon should I take RIZatan 5mg Tablet when attack starts?

Once your migraine headache has started, take RIZatan 5mg 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.
Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 3rd Dec 2024.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.