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Rizact 5mg Tablet 4s

by Cipla Ltd
Rizatriptan (5mg)

₹249₹224

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Rizact 5mg Tablet 4s

Introduction to Rizact 5mg Tablet 4s

Rizact 5 Tablet 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 doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly.

Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include neck pain, dry mouth, sensation of heaviness, nausea, weakness, jaw pain, throat pain 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 in 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 Rizact 5 Tablet 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.

Safety Advice for Rizact 5mg Tablet 4s

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Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Rizact 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

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Rizact 5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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

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

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Rizact 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rizact 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Use of Rizact 5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

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

How Rizact 5mg Tablet 4s works

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

How To Use Rizact 5mg Tablet 4s

  • 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. Rizact 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects Of Rizact 5mg Tablet 4s

  • Dizziness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Heaviness
  • Jaw pain
  • Nausea
  • Neck pain
  • Sleepiness
  • Throat pain
  • Weakness

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FAQ's on Rizact 5mg Tablet 4s

What are the symptoms of Rizact overdose?

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

Does rizatriptan have caffeine?

Are Maxalt and Fioricet the Same Thing? Maxalt (rizatriptan) and Fioricet (butalbital, acetaminophen, and caffeine capsule) are used to treat different types of headaches.

Is a rizatriptan a painkiller?

Rizatriptan is not an ordinary pain reliever. It will not relieve any kind of pain other than migraine headaches. This medicine is usually used for people whose headaches are not relieved by acetaminophen, aspirin, or other pain relievers.

Can I take Rizact with propranolol?

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

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 should I tell my doctor before taking Rizact?

Before taking Rizact, 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.

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.

What type of drug is rizatriptan?

Rizatriptan is in a class of medications called selective serotonin receptor agonists. It works by narrowing blood vessels in the brain, stopping pain signals from being sent to the brain, and blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause pain, nausea, and other symptoms of migraine.

How many rizatriptan can I take in a day?

The dose is usually 10 mg per day. Do not take more than one dose in any 24-hour period. Teenagers and children 6 years of age and older and weighing less than 40 kg—Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The dose is usually 5 mg per day.

What is another name for rizatriptan?

Rizatriptan, sold under the brand name Maxalt among others, is a medication used for the treatment of migraine headaches.

Can Rizact cause liver damage?

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

Can Rizact be used for the prevention of migraine attacks?

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

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.

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 is rizatriptan 5mg?

Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines. It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications.

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.

Does rizatriptan raise blood pressure?

Rizatriptan can raise blood pressure to dangerous levels. Your blood pressure may need to be checked often while you are using rizatriptan. If you use rizatriptan long-term, your heart function may need to be checked using an electrocardiograph or ECG (sometimes called an EKG).

How quickly does rizatriptan work?

Take rizatriptan as soon as you notice headache symptoms, or after a migraine has already begun. Rizatriptan usually starts to work within 30 minutes of taking the tablet. Open the packet with dry hands. Place the rizatriptan tablet on your tongue and allow it to dissolve then swallow with saliva.

How soon should I take Rizact when attack starts?

Once your migraine headache has started, take Rizact 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.

How do you use Rizact 5?

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. Rizact 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Is Naxdom 250 a painkiller?

Naxdom 250 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Naproxen and Domperidone. This combination helps in relieving the symptoms of migraine like headache, nausea and vomiting. Naproxen is a pain-killer that blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause headache.

Does rizatriptan cause weight gain?

No, Rizatriptan does not contain caffeine. Does Rizatriptan cause weight gain? While its true that you may notice some weight gain, the benefits of relieving yourself of migraine pain are stronger. Some users may not see any change in weight, and some may even lose weight.

Can Rizact increase my blood pressure?

Yes, Rizact 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 Rizact.

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Rizact 5mg Tablet 4s

by Cipla Ltd
Rizatriptan (5mg)

₹249₹224

10% off
Rizact 5mg Tablet 4s

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