Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip
Manufacturer
Arinna Lifescience Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Rizatriptan (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip is used to treat acute attacks of migraine, relieving symptoms and preventing the attack from becoming worse.
Dosage Form
Disintegrating Strip
Introduction
Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip is used in the treatment of acute attacks of migraine. It relieves the symptoms of migraine and prevents the attack from becoming worse. This medicine helps by narrowing the blood vessels, thereby relieving migraine headaches.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the strips/film with wet hands. Keep it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Atazanavir Azithromycin Clarithromycin Erythromycin
How it works
Migraine headaches are thought to result from the dilatation of blood vessels in the head. Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip works by constricting (narrowing) these blood vessels thereby relieving the migraine headaches.
Quick Tips
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
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Frequently asked questions
What should I tell my doctor before taking Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip?
Before taking Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip, inform 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 tell 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 are the symptoms of Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip overdose?
Taking an overdose of Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip may cause fainting, dizziness, slow heartbeat, change in electrical activity of the heart, vomiting and inability to retain urine or stools.
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.
Can Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip be used for the prevention of migraine attacks?
No, Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip is not used for the prevention of migraine attacks. It should only be used where a clear diagnosis of migraine has been established.
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.
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.
Can Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip increase my blood pressure?
Yes, Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip 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 Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip.
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.
Can I take Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip with propranolol?
Yes, you can take propranolol and Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip together. However, since Propranolol may cause an increase in levels of Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip, so you should take 5 mg dose of Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip and not 10 mg.
How soon should I take Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip when attack starts?
Once your migraine headache has started, take Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip 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.
Does Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip cause liver damage?
No, Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip does not cause liver damage, but you should let your doctor know if you have any liver problem, before taking Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip.
Can I take Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip with alcohol?
Not recommended. It is not advisable to combine Rizamelt 10 Disintegrating Strip with alcohol, as the effects of both medications can be magnified and may increase your risk of side effects.
