RITZA contains Rizatriptan which belongs to the group of medicines called Selective serotonin 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor agonist. RITZA is used in adults to treat headache phase of migraine attack.
RITZA 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 RITZA, 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.
RITZA 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.
RITZA 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 side effects of taking RITZA are tingling sensation of hands/feet, headache, sleeplessness, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.
RITZA 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.
Tablet
Take RITZA 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 RITZA as advised by your physician. Place RITZA 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.
Stop taking RITZA and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following:
Headache:
If RITZA causes headache, then take rest and drink plenty of fluids. Try to avoid drinking alcohol. Ask your doctor to recommend a painkiller. Headaches should usually go away after the first week of taking RITZA. If it lasts more than a week or severe, inform your doctor.
Dry mouth and thirst:
Try to drink plenty of cold water and sip on cold unsweetened drinks and use lip balm if your lips are dry. Brush your teeth twice a day and use mouthwash. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom gets worse.
RITZA 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.
RITZA 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 RITZA.
Do not drive/operate machines if you feel dizzy/sleepy after taking RITZA. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
RITZA 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 RITZA.
RITZA 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 RITZA.
Do not take RITZA if you are allergic to Rizatriptan, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine.
RITZA 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 RITZA.
RITZA is not recommended for use if you:
Before taking RITZA, inform your doctor if you:
Use in Pediatrics:
RITZA is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Use in Geriatrics:
RITZA should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years/above). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
A. Drug-Drug Interactions
Before taking RITZA, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of RITZA, visit the nearby hospital or consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdose are dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting, fainting, and/or slow heart rate.
Drug | : | Rizatriptan |
Pharmacological Category | : | Selective serotonin 5-HT1B/1D receptor agonists |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Headache in migraine |
Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Oral Disintegration Tablets |
What is RITZA and why it is used?
RITZA contains Rizatriptan which belongs to the group of medicines called Selective serotonin 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor agonist. It is generally used to treat headache phase of migraine attack in adult patients.
What are the common side effects of RITZA?
The most common side effects of taking RITZA are tingling sensation of hands/feet, headache, sleeplessness, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.
Can RITZA be used in pregnant and breastfeeding women?
Yes, RITZA can be used but with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if necessary since it is not known whether the medicine can cause harm to the unborn baby/nursing child. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
How RITZA works?
RITZA 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.
What happens if RITZA is taken more than its required dosage?
If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of RITZA, visit the nearby hospital or consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdose are dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting, fainting, and/or slow heart rate.
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