Rizatriptan is a prescription medication used to treat migraine headaches.

Migraines are severe headaches that are usually accompanied by nausea, sensitivity to sound and light, and numbness or tingling. According to the American Migraine Foundation, more than 36 million people in the U.S. suffer from migraines, which can sometimes be debilitating.

Whether you’re passionate about going for hikes, cooking new recipes, or playing with your grandchildren, don’t let migraines keep you from doing the things you love to do. Medications like rizatriptan can help control and manage your migraine symptoms - ensuring you spend less time recovering on the couch and more time enjoying the world.

While there are some common side effects associated with rizatriptan, it is important to remember that your doctor prescribed this medication because its ability to keep your migraines under control outweighs any adverse side effects it may cause.

There are, however, some common side effects associated with rizatriptan. These may include:

Fatigue Asthenia (abnormal physical weakness) Somnolence Pain/pressure sensation
Dizziness

While these side effects are common, you should contact your doctor if they persist or are severe.

Rare but serious side effects, according to the National Institutes of Health, may include the following:

Tightness, pain, pressure, or heaviness in the chest, throat, neck, or jaw Rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat Shortness of breath Breaking out in a cold sweat Lightheadedness Slow or difficult speech Weakness or numbness of an arm or leg Sudden or severe stomach pain Bloody diarrhea Paleness or blue color of the fingers and toes Pain, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet Difficulty breathing or swallowing Swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs Rash Itching Changes in vision

Contact your doctor if you experience any of these side effects.

This is not a complete list of rizatriptan side effects. For more information about adverse conditions you may experience while taking rizatriptan, please visit the National Institutes of Health’s DailyMed webpage.

Rizatriptan is currently only available via prescription. This means the use of this drug must be authorized by a licensed health care provider.

Providers on Sesame can write a prescription – or refill an existing one – during a virtual or in-person visit. Depending on the medication, you can arrange for same-day pickup at a pharmacy near you. Book an online consultation with a real, licensed provider on Sesame today to determine whether or not rizatriptan is right for you.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your health care provider. Providers on Sesame cannot prescribe controlled substances.

Yes! Talk to a provider on Sesame and get your online doctor prescription or refill ordered right away for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your clinician.