Rizatrip Odt 5mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Geno Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Rizatriptan (5mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Tryptamine Derivatives
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	Triptans (5HT 1B/1D Agonist)
User Rating	4.9
User Reviews	399

FAQ

Can Rizatrip Odt 5mg be used for the prevention of migraine attacks?

No, Rizatrip Odt 5mg 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 I take Rizatrip Odt 5mg with propranolol?

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

What are the symptoms of Rizatrip Odt 5mg overdose?

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

Can Rizatrip Odt 5mg increase my blood pressure?

Yes, Rizatrip Odt 5mg 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 Rizatrip Odt 5mg.

How soon should I take Rizatrip Odt 5mg when attack starts?

Once your migraine headache has started, take Rizatrip Odt 5mg 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.

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.

What should I tell my doctor before taking Rizatrip Odt 5mg?

Before taking Rizatrip Odt 5mg, 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.

Can Rizatrip Odt 5mg cause liver damage?

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

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.

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.

What if you forget to take Rizatrip Odt Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Rizatrip Odt 5mg, 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.

Rizatrip Odt 5mg Tablet Reviews

Rizatrip Odt 5mg 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.

Rizatrip Odt 5mg 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 Rizatrip Odt 5mg 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.

How Rizatrip Odt 5mg Tablet Works

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

How to Use Rizatrip Odt 5mg 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. Rizatrip Odt 5mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Rizatrip Odt 5mg Tablet

In Acute migraine headache: Rizatrip Odt 5mg helps improve the flow of blood in your brain and prevents abnormal activity of muscles that trigger migraines. It is a very effective medicine for treating migraine attacks. By preventing and reducing the frequency of migraine attacks, the medicine can help you carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.

Uses of Rizatrip Odt 5mg Tablet

Acute migraine headache

Rizatrip Odt 5mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

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

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Rizatrip Odt 5mg. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Rizatrip Odt 5mg 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.

Kidney ^CAUTION

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

Liver ^CAUTION

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

Driving ^UNSAFE

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

Quick Tips

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

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