Prescription Only Medication (POM)
Rizatriptan is a medication used to treat migraines. It belongs to a group of drugs called triptans. We offer the standard and faster acting orodispersible formulations of rizatriptan. Please speak to one of our Pharmacists if you are unsure of which one to choose.
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Rizatriptan belongs to a class of medicines called ‘selective serotonin 5-HT1B/1D receptor agonists. Rizatriptan is used to treat the headache phase of migraine attacks in adults. By reducing the swelling of the blood vessels around the brain, the headache pain is reduced.
Rizatriptan tablets are used to treat migraine attacks in adults. Take Rizatriptan Tablets as soon as possible after your migraine headache has started. Do not use it to prevent an attack.
If you buy Rizatriptan tablets online and the first dose did not relieve your migraine DO NOT take a second dose for treatment of the same attack. However, there is a possibility that Rizatriptan tablets may help the next time you have a migraine.
In some patients, migraine symptoms can return within 24 hours. If you responded to the first dose but your migraine symptoms return within 24 hours, you can take an additional dose of Rizatriptan tablets. You should always wait at least 2 hours between doses.
You can buy Rizatriptan tablets online from a trusted pharmacy such as e-Surgery. This will require a quick, 2-minute questionnaire and can be ordered to your door with free delivery. When you buy Rizatriptan tablets online or other medications always buy from a trusted, reputable source.
We have both the regular tablets and the tablets available.
When you buy Rizatriptan tablets online or at your local pharmacy always take them exactly as your doctor has prescribed, and if you are unsure ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking them.
Your prescribed Rizatriptan tablets should be taken by mouth and swallowed whole with liquid. Rizatriptan works best on an empty stomach. You can still take it though when you have eaten but it can take longer to work.
You should always wait at least 2 hours between doses and not take more than 2 doses in 24 hours.
As with any form of medication, Rizatriptan tablets may cause side effects. Below are a few of the common side effects of taking Rizatriptan tablets:
For a full list of side effects, please read the Rizatriptan tablet online Patient Information Leaflet.
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