MAXALT

Drug Name: MAXALT

MAXALT DESCRIPTION:
RIZATRIPTAN TABLET - ORAL (rizz-uh-TRIP-tan)

COMMON MAXALT BRAND NAME(S):
Maxalt MLT

MAXALT SIDE EFFECTS:
Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, nausea, or headache may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Unlikely but report promptly: mental/mood changes; chest discomfort; neck/jaw discomfort. Very unlikely but report promptly: irregular or fast heartbeat; unusual weakness, vision changes; cold/tingling/numb hands or feet; stomach pain, bloody diarrhea; fainting or unsteadiness; swelling, trouble breathing, itching, rash. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE MAXALT:
MAXALT: MAXALT is taken by mouth as directed for migraine attacks. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response. If no relief occurs after the first dose, consult your MD or pharmacist. Doses are generally separated by at least 2 hours. In the U.S.: do not exceed 30 mg in a 24 hour period. In Canada: according to the drug manufacturer, do not exceed 20 mg in a 24 hour period.

MAXALT USES:
MAXALT is used to treat acute migraine attacks. MAXALT does not prevent future migraine attacks.

MAXALT PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, including: any allergies; heart or blood vessel disease/stroke; kidney disease, liver disease, intestinal disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes; family history of heart problems; smoking history. Limit alcohol intake, as it may aggravate drug side effects. Caution is advised when performing tasks requiring alertness (e.g., driving), as MAXALT may cause drowsiness or dizziness. MAXALT should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether MAXALT is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

MAXALT DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially: propranolol, other "serotonin-type" drugs such as SSRI antidepressants (e.g., fluoxetine, sertraline, paroxetine, fluvoxamine), nefazodone, venlafaxine, other "triptan" drugs (e.g., sumatriptan), MAO inhibitors (e.g., selegiline, furazolidone, moclobemide, tranylcypromine, phenelzine, linezolid, procarbazine), sibutramine, , "ergot-type" drugs (e.g., ergotamine, dihydroergotamine, methysergide) Tell your doctor if you take drugs that cause drowsiness such as sedatives, tranquilizers, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines or tricyclics), muscle relaxants, anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.g., diphenhydramine). Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain drowsiness-causing ingredients. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of these products. Do not use MAXALT within 24 hours of any "ergot-type" or "serotonin-type" drugs. Do not use MAXALT together with an MAO inhibitor or within two weeks of stopping an MAO inhibitor. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

MAXALT OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include unusual dizziness or drowsiness; slow, fast or irregular heartbeat; and vomiting.

MAXALT NOTES:
Do not share MAXALT with others. Medical tests will be done to monitor for drug side effects.

MISSED MAXALT DOSE:
Not applicable.

MAXALT STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.