Drug name: Generic Maxalt

Active Ingredients: rizatriptan benzoate

Therapeutic effect of Generic Maxalt: Rizatriptan benzoate, the primary ingredient of Maxalt, is part of a class of compounds known as 5-HT1D- receptors agonist. Rizatriptan benzoate by binding itself to serotonin receptors constricts the blood vessels of the brain. This action reduces pain and this medicine is used for treating symptoms of migraine.

Indications: Generic Maxalt is an effective drug to treat migraine.

Precautions and Restrictions: It is not advisable to use Maxalt under the following circumstances:

• Hypertension
• Constriction of blood vessels caring oxygen and blood to the heart (Coronary heart disease)
• Chest pain (Angina)
• Heart Arrhythmia (Abnormal heart rhythm)
• Depression
• Hypercholesterolemia
• Diabetes
• Kidney and liver disorders
• Condition in which an infant is born without the ability to properly break down an amino acid called phenylalanine (Phenylketonuria)
• Condition in which temperatures or emotions block blood flow to the toes, fingers, nose and ears (Raynaud's phenomenon)
• Inadequate flow of oxygenated blood to the intestines (ischemic bowel disease)
• Condition which results in the hardening and narrowing of the arteries (peripheral vascular disease)
• Heart attack in anamnesis
• Concomitant use of Monoamine Oxidase

Side effects of Maxalt: The use of this medicinal drug may give rise to some side effects that are contrary to what is expected. There are not reports that these adverse reactions will affect every user of this drug. Some of the potential side effects of Maxalt tablets include the following:

Dry mouth (xerostomia), Pain in the chest, tingling and burning sensation, nausea, drowsiness, lightheadedness and fatigue.

Other lesser occurring side effects are hot flashes, muscle spasm, perspiration, fever, confusion, allergic symptoms, diarrhea, dyspepsia and lightheadedness.

The above mentioned list of side effects is by no means exhaustive, so for the complete list of adverse reactions and possible side effects please see the information provided by the drug manufacturer or consult a doctor or a pharmacist.

Interactions: Maxalt might react with other medicines that you are currently using, so before taking this drug it's best to check with your physician or pharmacist or any medical expert or go through the detailed information regarding Maxalt provided by the manufacturer. Below provided are some of the medicines or chemical substances that may react with this drug:

• Tryptamine-based drugs
• Beta-adrenergic blocking agents
• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
• Ergot preparations
• Drugs used to ease mood disorders (Antidepressants)

Additional Information: Maxalt tablets should not be used without prior approval of a doctor and do not share these drugs with anybody else. Maxalt tablets are made for specific conditions and it's not advisable to use them for other purposes. Keep medicinal drugs, needles, syringes and other such medical substances out of the reach of children.