{"product_id":"rizatriptan-migraine","title":"Rizatriptan","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough no clear cause has been established, one thought is that \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/illnesses-and-chronic-health-advice\/types-of-migraine\"\u003emigraines are caused\u003c\/a\u003e by the dilation (widening) of blood vessels, creating swelling and pressure, causing pain and neurological symptoms. Another possible cause maybe that certain chemicals in the brain increase in activity and parts of the brain may then send out confusing signals which cause the symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRizatriptan constricts these blood vessels as well reducing the release of certain brain chemicals that occurs during a migraine attack which can relieve the symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEffectiveness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour migraine symptoms should improve within two hours of taking Rizatriptan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following treatments can be taken with Rizatriptan for maximum relief. Please speak to the pharmacist to check they are suitable for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePain relief\u003c\/strong\u003e – Paracetamol 500mg two tablets up to four times daily; Aspirin 300-900mg up to 4 times daily, or Ibuprofen 400mg up to four times daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-sickness\u003c\/strong\u003e – Buccastem M 3mg up to two times daily. These tablets are designed to work when placed under your lip. As you don't have to swallow them, they are particularly good if vomiting is one of your migraine symptoms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaking Rizatriptan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake one tablet with water when your \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/illnesses-and-chronic-health-advice\/hemiplegic-migraine\" target=\"_self\"\u003emigraine headache begins\u003c\/a\u003e. Taking this treatment with fizzy water can help it to work faster. If you experience an aura (visual disturbance), wait until this is over before taking Rizatriptan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRizatriptan lyophilisate (Maxalt Melt) melts in the mouth so does not need to be taken with water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf after two hours your migraine comes back, you can take another tablet. Do not take more than 20mg Rizatriptan in 24 hours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrength and dosage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRizatriptan is available in 5mg and 10mg tablets. It is usually recommended to use the 10mg tablets. It may be advised to reduce the dose to 5mg if you are also taking propranolol. Do not take more than 20mg of Rizatriptan in 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UK Production","offers":[{"title":"5mg \/ 6 Tablets","offer_id":42726837321916,"sku":"3419","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10mg \/ 6 Tablets","offer_id":42726837354684,"sku":"3420","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10mg (Melt) \/ 6 Tablets","offer_id":42726837387452,"sku":"3421","price":49.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/products\/Rizatriptan_Migraine_treatment.jpg?v=1743590804","url":"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/products\/rizatriptan-migraine","provider":"UK Production","version":"1.0","type":"link"}