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Maxalt (Rizatriptan)
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Maxalt
| Field | Information |
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| Medication Name | Maxalt |
| Generic Name | Rizatriptan |
| Purpose | Treats acute migraine headaches |
| Mechanism of Action | Selective serotonin (5-HT1B/1D) receptor agonist; constricts blood vessels in the brain and reduces inflammation |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets, orally disintegrating tablets (Maxalt-MLT) |
| Available Strengths | 5 mg, 10 mg |
| Dosage Frequency | As needed for migraine, up to two doses in 24 hours, with at least 2 hours between doses |
| Common Side Effects | Dizziness, fatigue, sleepiness, dry mouth, nausea |
| Serious Side Effects | Chest pain, heart attack, stroke, serotonin syndrome, severe allergic reactions |
| Drug Interactions | Other triptans, SSRIs/SNRIs, MAO inhibitors, ergot-containing medications |
| Important Notes | Do not use if you have heart disease, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or a history of stroke; consult a doctor if migraines are different or more frequent |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light |
| Missed Dose | This medication is taken as needed, so there is no missed dose. |
| Alternatives | Sumatriptan (Imitrex), Eletriptan (Relpax), Naratriptan (Amerge), Ubrogepant (Ubrelvy) |
Maxalt Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
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| Sumatriptan (Imitrex) | Selective serotonin (5-HT1B/1D) receptor agonist | Available as injection, nasal spray, and oral tablet. |
| Eletriptan (Relpax) | Selective serotonin (5-HT1B/1D) receptor agonist | May have a longer duration of action for some individuals. |
| Naratriptan (Amerge) | Selective serotonin (5-HT1B/1D) receptor agonist | Slower onset but longer half-life. |
| Ubrogepant (Ubrelvy) | CGRP receptor antagonist | A different mechanism of action for migraine treatment. |
Maxalt Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
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| Dizziness | Chest pain |
| Fatigue | Heart attack |
| Sleepiness | Stroke |
| Dry mouth | Serotonin syndrome (with concurrent use of SSRIs/SNRIs) |
| Nausea | Severe allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing) |
Maxalt Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
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| Migraine | 5 mg or 10 mg | 5 mg or 10 mg, may repeat after 2 hours if needed (max 2 doses/24 hrs) | Take at the first sign of a migraine; Maxalt-MLT can be taken without water. |
Maxalt Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
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| With Insurance | $25 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $150 |
| From Canada | $75 |
