{"id":22346,"date":"2022-06-25T06:16:43","date_gmt":"2022-06-25T06:16:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=22346"},"modified":"2022-06-25T09:35:58","modified_gmt":"2022-06-25T09:35:58","slug":"rizatriptan-stada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/rizatriptan-stada\/","title":{"rendered":"Rizatriptan STADA &#8211; Rizatriptan uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>5 mg and 10 mg&nbsp;tablets<br>rizatriptan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Rizatriptan STADA is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rizatriptan Stada belongs to a class of medicines called selective&nbsp;5-HT&nbsp;<sub>1B \/ 1D<\/sub>&nbsp;serotonin receptor agonists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have been prescribed Rizatriptan Stada by a doctor to treat the headache phase of your migraine attacks.&nbsp;Rizatriptan Stada should not be used for prophylaxis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment with Rizatriptan Stada reduces the swelling of the blood vessels that surround the brain.\u00a0This swelling causes headaches during a migraine attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rizatriptan contained in Rizatriptan Stada may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before you use Rizatriptan STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Rizatriptan STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to rizatriptan benzoate, menthol, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6)<\/li><li>if you have moderate or severe high\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0or if you have slightly elevated\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0that is not treated with medication<\/li><li>if you have or have ever had heart problems including heart attack or chest pain (\u00a0angina\u00a0) or if you have had symptoms that may indicate heart disease<\/li><li>if you have severe liver or kidney disease<\/li><li>if you have had a\u00a0stroke\u00a0(stroke) or mini-stroke\u00a0(\u00a0transient\u00a0ischemic attack,\u00a0TIA\u00a0)<\/li><li>if you have problems with blood clots in your blood vessels (\u00a0peripheral\u00a0vascular disease)<\/li><li>if you are taking\u00a0monoamine oxidase inhibitors\u00a0(\u00a0MAOIs\u00a0) such as moclobemide, phenelzine, <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/tranylcypromine-glenmark\/\">tranylcypromine<\/a> or pargyline (antidepressants) or linezolid (an\u00a0antibiotic\u00a0) or if it has been less than two weeks since you stopped taking\u00a0MAOIs<\/li><li>if you are currently taking ergotamine-type medicines such as\u00a0ergotamine\u00a0or dihydroergotamine to treat your\u00a0migraine\u00a0or methysergide to prevent migraine attacks<\/li><li>if you are taking another medicine of the same type as sumatriptan, naratriptan, or zolmitriptan to treat your\u00a0migraine\u00a0(see\u00a0<strong>Other medicines and Rizatriptan Stada<\/strong>\u00a0below).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are not sure if any of the above applies to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Rizatriptan Stada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Rizatriptan Stada if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>you have any of the following risk factors for heart disease: high\u00a0blood pressure,\u00a0diabetes\u00a0, you are a smoker or use nicotine replacement therapy, there are cases of heart disease in the family, you are male and over 40 years old or you are a woman and have passed menopause<\/li><li>you have kidney or liver problems<\/li><li>you have a special type of heart rhythm problem (branch block)<\/li><li>you have or have had any type of\u00a0allergy<\/li><li>your headache is associated with dizziness, difficulty walking, coordination difficulties, or weakness in the arms and legs<\/li><li>you use any product that contains\u00a0St. John&#8217;s wort<\/li><li>you have had an\u00a0allergic reaction\u00a0such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and \/ or throat which may cause shortness of breath and difficulty swallowing (\u00a0angioedema\u00a0)<\/li><li>you take selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (\u00a0SSRIs\u00a0) such as\u00a0sertraline, escitalopram oxalate, and\u00a0fluoxetine\u00a0or\u00a0serotonin\u00a0&#8211; noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (\u00a0SNRIs\u00a0) such as\u00a0venlafaxine\u00a0and duloxetine for depression<\/li><li>you have had short-term symptoms including chest pain and pressure over the chest.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you take Rizatriptan Stada too often, it can lead to&nbsp;chronic&nbsp;headaches.&nbsp;If this happens, you should contact your doctor as you may need to stop taking Rizatriptan Stada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Describe your symptoms to a doctor or pharmacist.\u00a0Your doctor can determine if you have a\u00a0migraine.\u00a0You should only take Rizatriptan Stada in case of a migraine attack.\u00a0Rizatriptan Stada should not be used to treat headaches that may be due to other, more serious conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Older<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no complete studies on the safety and efficacy of rizatriptan in patients older than 65 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The use of Rizatriptan Stada in children under 18 years of age is not recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Rizatriptan STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.\u00a0This is because Rizatriptan Stada can affect the way some other medicines work.\u00a0Other medicines may also affect Rizatriptan Stada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take Rizatriptan Stada<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are already taking a\u00a05HT\u00a0<sub>1B \/ D\u00a0<\/sub>receptor agonist\u00a0(sometimes referred to as &#8216;triptans&#8217;) such as sumatriptan, naratriptan, or\u00a0zolmitriptan<\/li><li>if you are taking an\u00a0MAOI\u00a0such as moclobemide, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, linezolid or pargyline or if it has been less than two weeks since you stopped using an\u00a0MAOI.<\/li><li>if you are taking ergotamine-type medicines such as\u00a0ergotamine\u00a0or dihydroergotamine to treat your\u00a0migraine.<\/li><li>if you are using methysergide to prevent migraine attacks.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you take the medicines listed above with Rizatriptan Stada, the risk of&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;may increase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should wait at least 6 hours after taking Rizatriptan Stada before taking ergotamine-type medicines such as\u00a0ergotamine, dihydroergotamine, or methysergide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should wait at least 24 hours after taking ergotamine-type medicines before taking Rizatriptan Stada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consult a physician for instructions and risk assessment regarding the use of Rizatriptan Stada<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are taking propranolol (see section 3: How to take Rizatriptan Stada)<\/li><li>if you are taking\u00a0SSRIs\u00a0such as\u00a0sertraline, escitalopram oxalate, and\u00a0fluoxetine\u00a0or\u00a0SNRIs\u00a0such as\u00a0venlafaxine\u00a0and duloxetine for depression.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rizatriptan STADA with food, drink, and alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It may take longer for Rizatriptan Stada to start working if taken after a meal.&nbsp;Even though it is better to take it on an empty stomach, it is possible to take it after a meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not known if Rizatriptan Stada is harmful to the fetus if taken by a pregnant woman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breast-feeding should be avoided for 24 hours after treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may feel drowsy or dizzy while taking Rizatriptan Stada.&nbsp;If this happens, do not drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Descriptions of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rizatriptan STADA contains sodium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains less than 1 mmol&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;(23 mg) per tablet, ie essentially &#8216;sodium-free&#8217;.&nbsp;is next to &#8220;sodium-free&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Rizatriptan STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rizatriptan Stada is used to treat migraine attacks.&nbsp;Take Rizatriptan Stada as soon as possible after your migraine attack.&nbsp;Do not use it to prevent an attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;<\/strong>is 10 mg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are currently taking propranolol or have kidney or liver problems, you should use 5 mg\u00a0doses\u00a0of Rizatriptan Stada.\u00a0There should be at least two hours between taking propranolol and Rizatriptan Stada and you should take a maximum of two\u00a0doses\u00a0over 24 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>If\u00a0a <\/em><\/strong>migraine\u00a0<strong><em>returns within 24 hours<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some patients, migraine symptoms may return within 24 hours.\u00a0If a\u00a0migraine\u00a0recurs, you can take another\u00a0dose of\u00a0Rizatriptan Stada.\u00a0You should always allow at least two hours between\u00a0doses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>If you still have&nbsp;migraines&nbsp;after 2 hours<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the first&nbsp;dose of&nbsp;Rizatriptan Stada does not work, you should not take a second&nbsp;dose&nbsp;for the same migraine attack.&nbsp;It is still likely that Rizatriptan Stada will work in the next attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take more than 2\u00a0doses of\u00a0Rizatriptan Stada over 24 hours (for example, do not take more than two 10 mg or 5 mg tablets during 24 hours).\u00a0You should always allow at least two hours between\u00a0doses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seek medical attention if your condition worsens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Method of administration<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rizatriptan Stada tablets should be taken by mouth and swallowed whole with liquid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more Rizatriptan STADA than you should&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.\u00a0If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.\u00a0Bring the medicine pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting, fainting, and a slow heartbeat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of an\u00a0allergic reaction<\/strong>, serotonergic syndrome, heart attack, or\u00a0stroke<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You should also tell your doctor if you get symptoms that may indicate an&nbsp;allergic reaction&nbsp;(such as rash and&nbsp;itching&nbsp;) after taking Rizatriptan Stada.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;may occur with this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In adult studies, the most commonly reported\u00a0adverse reactions\u00a0were dizziness, drowsiness, and fatigue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>ant crawling (\u00a0paresthesias\u00a0), headache, decreased sensitivity to touching the skin (\u00a0hypesthesia\u00a0), decreased mental acuity, tremors<\/li><li>fast or irregular heartbeat (\u00a0palpitation\u00a0), very fast heartbeat (\u00a0tachycardia\u00a0)<\/li><li>redness\u00a0(short-lived in the face), feeling hot, sweating<\/li><li>throat discomfort, difficulty breathing (\u00a0dyspnoea\u00a0)<\/li><li>nausea,\u00a0dry mouth, vomiting, diarrhea<\/li><li>the feeling of heaviness in parts of the body<\/li><li>abdominal or chest pain<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>bad taste in the mouth<\/li><li>unsteady gait (\u00a0ataxia\u00a0), dizziness, dizziness (a feeling of spinning), blurred vision<\/li><li>confusion, insomnia, nervousness<\/li><li>high\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0(\u00a0hypertension\u00a0), thirst, indigestion (\u00a0dyspepsia\u00a0)<\/li><li>skin rash,\u00a0itching,\u00a0and hives (\u00a0urticaria\u00a0), swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and\/or throat which may cause shortness of breath and\/or difficulty swallowing (\u00a0angioedema\u00a0)<\/li><li>neck pain, feeling of tightness in parts of the body, stiffness, muscle weakness<\/li><li>changes in the rhythm or speed of the heartbeat (\u00a0arrhythmia\u00a0), abnormalities on the\u00a0ECG\u00a0(examination in which the electrical activity of the heart is measured)<\/li><li>facial pain, muscle pain.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>fainting (\u00a0syncope\u00a0)<\/li><li>wheezing<\/li><li>allergic reaction\u00a0(hypersensitivity), sudden life-threatening\u00a0allergic reaction\u00a0(\u00a0anaphylaxis\u00a0)<\/li><li>stroke\u00a0(this usually occurs in patients with risk factors for cardiovascular disease (high\u00a0blood pressure,\u00a0diabetes, smoking, use of nicotine replacement therapy, heart disease or\u00a0stroke\u00a0in the family, men over 40 years, postmenopausal women, special heart rhythm disorders [branch block))<\/li><li>slow heartbeat (\u00a0bradycardia\u00a0).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Has been reported (occurs in an unknown number of users)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>myocardial infarction,\u00a0spasm\u00a0of the blood vessels of the heart (these usually occur in patients with risk factors for cardiovascular disease (high\u00a0blood pressure,\u00a0diabetes, smoking, use of nicotine replacement therapy, heart disease or\u00a0stroke\u00a0in the family, men over 40 years, postmenopausal women, special heart rhythm disorders) )<\/li><li>a so-called serotonergic syndrome that can cause\u00a0side effects\u00a0such as\u00a0coma, unstable\u00a0blood pressure, extremely high body temperature, disturbance in the coordination of muscle movements, anxiety, and hallucinations<\/li><li>severe skin rash with or without fever (\u00a0toxic epidermal necrolysis\u00a0)<\/li><li>seizures (seizures)<\/li><li>cramping of blood vessels in the arms and legs including feeling cold and numbness of the hands and feet<\/li><li>spasm\u00a0in the blood vessels of the colon which can cause abdominal pain.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Rizatriptan STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the blister and carton after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Store in the original package.&nbsp;Moisture sensitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the pack and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is rizatriptan<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>One Rizatriptan Stada 5 mg tablet contains 5 mg rizatriptan as 7.265 mg rizatriptan benzoate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One Rizatriptan Stada 10 mg tablet contains 10 mg rizatriptan as 14.53 mg rizatriptan benzoate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The other ingredients are mannitol, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, crospovidone type A, saccharin sodium,\u00a0colloidal\u00a0anhydrous silica, magnesium stearate, and menthol flavor (maltodextrin, natural menthol, modified corn starch).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rizatriptan Stada 5 mg tablets are round, flat white to off-white tablets, witan h a diameter of 8 mm with beveled edges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rizatriptan Stada 10 mg tablets are round, flat white to off-white tablets, 10 mm in diameter with beveled edges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rizatriptan Stada is available in Aluminum \/ Aluminum blisters containing 2, 3, 6, 12, or 18 tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stada 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