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Maxalt

Generic: Rizatriptan Benzoate

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triptanAlso: MAXALT-MLT✓ FDA-verified
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Maxalt is a medication used to treat acute migraine headaches in adults and children aged 6 to 17 years. It works by targeting specific receptors in the brain to help relieve the pain and other symptoms of a migraine. Adults can take a starting dose of either 5 mg or 10 mg, with a maximum of 30 mg in a 24-hour period, while children under 40 kg should take 5 mg and those 40 kg or more can take 10 mg. It's important to know that Maxalt should not be used if you have a history of certain heart conditions, like coronary artery disease. Additionally, if you are taking propranolol, the recommended dose is limited to 5 mg, with a maximum of 15 mg in a 24-hour period.
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Uses

  • acute treatment of migraine with aura. acute treatment of migraine without aura. acute treatment of migraine in pediatric patients aged 6 to 17.
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Dosage

Adults: 5 or 10 mg as a single dose, with a maximum of 30 mg in 24 hours.
Pediatric patients 6 to 17 years: 5 mg for those under 40 kg, 10 mg for those 40 kg or more.
If needed, a second dose can be taken 2 hours after the first.
Adjust dose if taking propranolol.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects

Common

fatiguedrowsinessdizzinesspressure sensationschest pain

Serious

jaw painincreased blood pressureserotonin syndrome
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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

  • Not for patients without a clear migraine diagnosis.
  • Not for hemiplegic or basilar migraine.
  • Not for migraine prevention.
  • Avoid use with ergot-containing drugs within 24 hours.
  • Avoid use with other 5-HT 1 agonists within 24 hours.
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Drug interactions

  • Propranololincreases rizatriptan levelsMonitor
  • Ergot-containing drugsrisk of prolonged vasospasmCaution
  • Other 5-HT 1 agonistsadditive vasospastic effectsCaution
  • MAO inhibitorsincreased rizatriptan levels.Caution

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