Rizatriptan (Rizatriptan)

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.

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

• You have been prescribed Rizatriptan 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.