How is Rizatriptan Oral Route dosed?
The usual dosage for rizatriptan oral route is one tablet (5 or 10 mg) taken at the beginning of the headache or as soon as possible after the start of a migraine headache. If the headache returns or does not respond to the initial dose, another dose can be taken after 2 hours. However, no more than 2 doses should be taken in any 24-hour period. The orally disintegrating tablet should be swallowed whole with water, not crushed, broken, or chewed. It is important to follow the doctor's instructions and not use more than 10 doses in any 30-day period, unless advised otherwise.
What is the dosage form of Rizatriptan Oral Route?
['Tablet', 'Tablet, Disintegrating']
How is Rizatriptan Oral Route administered?
['Tablet: Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, break, or chew it.', 'Disintegrating Tablet: Keep the orally disintegrating tablet in the blister pack inside the outer foil pouch until you are ready to take the medicine. Make sure your hands are dry and peel open the blister to remove the tablet. Place the tablet on your tongue and let it dissolve. You do not need to drink water to swallow the dissolved tablet.', 'Film: Do not open the aluminum pouch that contains the film until you are ready to take it. Fold the pouch on the dotted line and tear it open. Place the film on your tongue. It will dissolve in about 2 minutes and can be swallowed with saliva. No need to drink any liquid.']
What are common precautions when taking Rizatriptan Oral Route?
['Consult a doctor for medical advice on side effects.', 'Report side effects to the FDA.', 'Do not use more than 2 doses of rizatriptan in any 24-hour period.', 'Do not use this medicine for more than 10 days in any 30-day period, unless advised by a doctor.', 'Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water, do not crush, break, or chew it.', 'Keep the orally disintegrating tablet in the blister pack until ready to take the medicine, and ensure hands are dry when removing it.', 'Follow the correct procedure for using the film, which involves opening the aluminum pouch on the dotted line and tearing it open before use.', 'Geriatric patients may require a dosage adjustment due to age-related health issues.', 'Breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medication.', 'Inform the healthcare provider of any allergies or other types of allergies.', 'Follow appropriate pediatric usage guidelines based on age and weight.']