rizatriptan tablet-oral (cont.)
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Do not use rizatriptan within 24 hours of taking ergot-type drugs (e.g., dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, methysergide) or other "triptan" drugs (e.g., zolmitriptan, sumatriptan). Do not use rizatriptan within 2 weeks of having used an MAO inhibitor (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine). Before using this medication, tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription products you may use, especially of: propranolol, "serotonin-type" medications (e.g., SSRI antidepressants such as fluoxetine, sertraline), nefazodone, venlafaxine, sibutramine, tramadol. 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 start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include unusual dizziness or drowsiness; slow, fast or irregular heartbeat; and vomiting.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Medical tests will be done to monitor for drug side effects.
MISSED DOSE: Not applicable.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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