Rizora 5mg Tablet 4'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Rizatriptan 5 mg
Manufacturer
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Variant
4 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
RIZORA 5MG TABLET contains Rizatriptan which belongs to the group of medicines called Selective serotonin 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor agonist. RIZORA 5MG TABLET is used in adults to manage headache phase of migraine attack. RIZORA 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Rizatriptan. It is also not recommended for use in patients suffering from moderate/mild/severe high blood pressure (which is not controlled by medication), stroke, peripheral vascular disease (condition marked by blockage of blood vessels), heart problems (such as heart attack, angina), and/or severe kidney/liver problems. Before taking RIZORA 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have diabetes, family history of heart disease, headache (associated with dizziness, difficulty in walking, lack of coordination), short lived symptoms (such as chest pain, tightness), and/or mild to moderate kidney/liver problems. RIZORA 5MG TABLET should be used with caution during pregnancy and in women planning for pregnancy only if it is clearly necessary as it is not known whether the medicine can cause harm to the unborn baby. It is also used with caution in breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Breastfeeding mothers should avoid nursing the child for next 24 hours after taking the medicine since it may cause unwanted effects in the nursing child. RIZORA 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) and is advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years/above) after consulting the doctor. The most common
Uses
OF RIZORA 5MG TABLET Manage headache experienced during migraine attack in adult patients
How It Works
RIZORA 5MG TABLET works by constricting the blood vessels that surround the brain which results in reduced swelling in the blood vessels thus providing relief from headache that occurs in migraine attack in affected individuals.
Directions for Use
Tablet Take RIZORA 5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Oral Disintegrating Tablet / Mouth Dissolving Tablet: Take RIZORA 5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Place RIZORA 5MG TABLET in
Side Effects
taking RIZORA 5MG TABLET are tingling sensation of hands/feet, headache, sleeplessness, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens. USES OF RIZORA 5MG TABLET Manage headache experienced during migraine attack in adult patients HOW RIZORA 5MG TABLET WORKSRIZORA 5MG TABLET works by constricting the blood vessels that surround the brain which results in reduced swelling in the blood vessels thus providing relief from headache that occurs in migraine attack in affected individuals. DIRECTIONS FOR USETablet Take RIZORA 5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Oral Disintegrating Tablet / Mouth Dissolving Tablet: Take RIZORA 5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Place RIZORA 5MG TABLET inside your mouth and allow it to dissolve completely. Do not swallow or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF RIZORA 5MG TABLETCOMMON tingling sensation of hands/feet, headache, decreased sensitivity of skin, decreased mental sharpness sleeplessness fast/irregular heartbeat flushing throat discomfort, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion feeling of heaviness in parts of the body, neck pain, stiffness pain in abdomen/chest UNCOMMON bad taste in mouth ataxia (unsteadiness while walking), dizziness, tremor, fainting blurred vision confusion, nervousness high blood pressure thirst, sweating rash, itching, and/or red itchy welts swelling of face/lips/tongue, and/or throat feeling of tightness in parts of the body, muscle weakness changes in the rhythm/rate of the heartbeat very fast heartbeat facial pain, muscle pain RARE wheezing allergic reaction anaphylaxis (sudden life-threatening allergic reaction) stroke (especially in patients with risk factors for heart and blood vessel disease) slow heartbeat. Stop taking RIZORA 5MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following: signs of an allergic reaction such as swelling of the face/lips/tongue, shortness of breath, rash, itching, and/or red itchy welts signs of serotonin syndrome (serious drug reaction) such as agitation/restlessness, sleeplessness, confusion, and/or dilated pupils heart attack signs of stroke (condition that occurs due to poor blood supply to brain) such as sudden numbness/weakness in face/arm/leg, trouble speaking, dizziness, and/or loss of balance
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYRIZORA 5MG TABLET should be used with caution during pregnancy and in women planning for pregnancy only if it is clearly necessary as it is not known whether the medicine can cause harm to the unborn baby. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. BREASTFEEDINGRIZORA 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Breastfeeding mothers should avoid nursing the child for next 24 hours after taking the medicine. Consult your doctor before taking RIZORA 5MG TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive/operate machines if you feel dizzy/sleepy after taking RIZORA 5MG TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. KIDNEYRIZORA 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney problems. It should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking RIZORA 5MG TABLET. LIVERRIZORA 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver problems. It should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking RIZORA 5MG TABLET. ALLERGYDo not take RIZORA 5MG TABLET if you are allergic to Rizatriptan, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASERIZORA 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with heart problems such as heart attack, angina. It should be used with caution in patients with other heart problems such as bundle branch block. Consult your doctor before taking RIZORA 5MG TABLET. OTHERSRIZORA 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have moderately/mild/severe high blood pressure which is not controlled by medication have had a stroke suffer from peripheral vascular disease (condition marked by blockage of blood vessels). Before taking RIZORA 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have diabetes are a smoker have a family history of heart disease are a man aged above 40 years or women in postmenopausal phase suffer from headache associated with dizziness, difficulty in walking, lack of coordination, and/or weakness in the leg and arm have had short lived symptoms such as chest pain, tightness. Use in Pediatrics: RIZORA 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. Use in Geriatrics: RIZORA 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years/above). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions Before taking RIZORA 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: other triptans (medicines used to manage migraine) Ex. ergotamine, dihydro-ergotamine, sumatriptan, naratriptan or zolmitriptan medicines used to manage depression such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (Ex.sertraline, escitalopram oxalate, uoxetine), serotonin noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) (Ex. venlafaxine, and duloxetine), monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors (Ex. moclobemide, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, pargyline) medicines used to manage bacterial infections (Ex. linezolid) propranolol (used to manage heart problems, anxiety) methysergide (used to manage migraine) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of RIZORA 5MG TABLET, visit the nearby hospital or consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdose are dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting, fainting, and/or slow heart rate. SYNOPSIS Drug : Rizatriptan Pharmacological Category : Selective serotonin 5-HT1B/1D receptor agonists Therapeutic Indication : Headache in migraine Dosage Forms : Tablet, Oral Disintegration Tablets MORE INFORMATION Keep RIZORA 5MG TABLET out of sight and reach of children Do not store RIZORA 5MG TABLET above 30°C
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Last Updated
05 Dec 2022