About rizatriptan benzoate
Triptan migraine medicine
Used for
- Treats migraine attacks, with or without aura; does not prevent migraines.
Usual adult dose
Usually 5–10 mg once when migraine starts; may repeat after 2 hours. Maximum 30 mg in 24 hours.
Usual dose in children
For ages 6–17: usually 5 mg if under 40 kg, or 10 mg if 40 kg or more, once; maximum one dose in 24 hours.
Common side effects
- Dizziness, sleepiness, or tiredness
- Nausea or dry mouth
- Tingling or flushing
- Chest or throat pressure
Important warnings
- Not for prevention or certain unusual headache types.
- Avoid with uncontrolled high blood pressure, prior stroke, or significant heart disease.
- Do not use within 24 hours of another triptan or ergot medicine.
- Seek urgent care for severe chest pain or signs of stroke.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy data are limited; use only when a clinician considers it necessary.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts may enter breast milk; discuss use with a clinician, especially for newborn or premature infants.
Interactions
- MAO-A inhibitors: avoid during treatment and for two weeks after stopping.
- Other triptans or ergot medicines: avoid within 24 hours.
- SSRIs or SNRIs may increase risk of serotonin syndrome.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.