Rizatriptan interactions
Rizatriptan (Maxalt), a triptan has 67 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 51 major, 11 moderate, 5 minor, and 0 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.
Major interactions (51)
Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when coadministered with serotonergic agents (e.g., selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), triptans), but also during overdosage situations. (Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine label, Warnings and precautions)
Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Buprenorphine label, Drug interactions)
Serotonergic Drugs: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Buprenorphine and naloxone label, Drug interactions)
Serotonin Syndrome The development of a potentially life-threatening serotonin syndrome has been reported with SNRIs SSRIs, and other serotonergic drugs, including buspirone, alone but particularly with concomitant use of other serotonergic drugs (including triptans), with drugs that impair metabolism of serotonin (in particular, MAOIs, including reversible MAOIs… (Buspirone label, Warnings)
…medical attention if they experience symptoms of hyperalgesia, including worsening pain, increased sensitivity to pain, or new pain [see WARNINGS ; ADVERSE REACTIONS ]. Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that butorphanol tartrate could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Butorphanol label, Precautions)
• Recent use (i.e., within 24 hours) of another 5-HT 1 agonist, ergotamine-containing medication, or ergot-type medication (such as dihydroergotamine or methysergide) [see Drug Interactions ( 7.2 and 7.3 )]. (Rizatriptan label, Contraindications)
Serotonin Syndrome Serotonin syndrome may occur with triptans, including rizatriptan benzoate particularly during co-administration with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), and MAO inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.5 )] . (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
• Serotonergic Drugs: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Codeine label, Drug interactions)
Immediately discontinue concomitant treatment with TONMYA and a serotonergic agent if serotonin syndrome symptoms occur and initiate supportive symptomatic treatment. (Cyclobenzaprine label, Warnings and precautions)
• Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents, but also when taken alone. (Desvenlafaxine label, Warnings and precautions)
• Recent use (i.e., within 24 hours) of another 5-HT 1 agonist, ergotamine-containing medication, or ergot-type medication (such as dihydroergotamine or methysergide) [see Drug Interactions ( 7.2 and 7.3 )]. (Rizatriptan label, Contraindications)
Serotonin Syndrome : Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents, but also when taken alone. (Duloxetine label, Warnings and precautions)
• Recent (within 24 hours) use of another 5-HT 1 agonist (e.g., another triptan), or of an ergotamine-containing medication ( 4 ) (Rizatriptan label, Contraindications)
Serotonin Syndrome Serotonin syndrome may occur with triptans, including rizatriptan benzoate particularly during co-administration with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), and MAO inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.5 )] . (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
• Serotonin Syndrome : Potentially life-threatening condition could result from concomitant serotonergic drug administration. (Fentanyl label, Warnings and precautions)
Serotonin Syndrome Serotonin syndrome may occur with triptans, including rizatriptan benzoate particularly during co-administration with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), and MAO inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.5 )] . (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
Serotonin Syndrome Serotonin syndrome may occur with triptans, including rizatriptan benzoate particularly during co-administration with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), and MAO inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.5 )] . (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
Serotonin syndrome has been reported with granisetron products, alone but particularly with concomitant use of serotonergic drugs. (Granisetron label, Warnings and precautions)
Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that hydrocodone bitartrate and acetaminophen tablets could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Hydrocodone and acetaminophen label, Precautions)
• Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Hydromorphone label, Drug interactions)
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors Rizatriptan benzoate is contraindicated in patients taking MAO-A inhibitors and non-selective MAO inhibitors. (Rizatriptan label, Drug interactions)
Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents, but also when taken alone. (Levomilnacipran label, Warnings and precautions)
Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that opioids could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Levorphanol label, Precautions)
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors Rizatriptan benzoate is contraindicated in patients taking MAO-A inhibitors and non-selective MAO inhibitors. (Rizatriptan label, Drug interactions)
• Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with serotonergic agents (e.g., SSRIs, SNRIs, triptans), but also during overdosage situations. (Lisdexamfetamine label, Warnings and precautions)
If concomitant use of lithium with other serotonergic drugs is clinically warranted, inform patients of the increased risk for serotonin syndrome and monitor for symptoms. (Lithium label, Warnings and precautions)
• Serotonin Syndrome with Concomitant Use of Serotonergic Drugs : Potentially life-threatening condition could result from concomitant serotonergic drug administration. (Meperidine label, Warnings and precautions)
Serotonin Syndrome : Potentially life-threatening condition could result from concomitant serotonergic drug administration. (Methadone label, Warnings and precautions)
Serotonin Syndrome : Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic drugs (e.g., SSRI, SNRI, triptans), but also when taken alone. (Mirtazapine label, Warnings and precautions)
• Serotonergic Drugs: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Morphine label, Drug interactions)
Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Oliceridine label, Drug interactions)
S e ro t o ni n Syndrome: Serotonin syndrome has been reported with 5-HT 3 receptor antagonists alone but particularly with concomitant use of serotonergic drugs. (Ondansetron label, Warnings and precautions)
Serotonergic Drug s: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Oxycodone label, Drug interactions)
Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Oxymorphone label, Drug interactions)
Serotonin Syndrome Serotonin syndrome may occur with triptans, including rizatriptan benzoate particularly during co-administration with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), and MAO inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.5 )] . (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that opioids could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Pentazocine and naloxone label, Precautions)
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors Rizatriptan benzoate is contraindicated in patients taking MAO-A inhibitors and non-selective MAO inhibitors. (Rizatriptan label, Drug interactions)
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors Rizatriptan benzoate is contraindicated in patients taking MAO-A inhibitors and non-selective MAO inhibitors. (Rizatriptan label, Drug interactions)
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors Rizatriptan benzoate is contraindicated in patients taking MAO-A inhibitors and non-selective MAO inhibitors. (Rizatriptan label, Drug interactions)
Serotonin Syndrome Serotonin syndrome may occur with triptans, including rizatriptan benzoate particularly during co-administration with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), and MAO inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.5 )] . (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
Combining St. John's wort with antidepressants and other serotonergic drugs increases the risk of serotonin syndrome. (NCCIH, St. John's Wort)
• Recent (within 24 hours) use of another 5-HT 1 agonist (e.g., another triptan), or of an ergotamine-containing medication ( 4 ) (Rizatriptan label, Contraindications)
• Recent (within 24 hours) use of another 5-HT 1 agonist (e.g., another triptan), or of an ergotamine-containing medication ( 4 ) (Rizatriptan label, Contraindications)
Serotonin Syndrome with Concomitant Use of Serotonergic Drugs : Potentially life-threatening condition could result from concomitant serotonergic drug administration. (Tapentadol label, Warnings and precautions)
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors Rizatriptan benzoate is contraindicated in patients taking MAO-A inhibitors and non-selective MAO inhibitors. (Rizatriptan label, Drug interactions)
Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents (e.g., SSRI, SNRI, triptans), but also when taken alone. (Trazodone label, Warnings and precautions)
If concomitant use of Venlafaxine Extended Release Tablets with other serotonergic drugs is clinically warranted, patients should be made aware of a potential increased risk for serotonin syndrome, particularly during treatment initiation and dose increases. (Venlafaxine label, Warnings and precautions)
Serotonin Syndrome Serotonin syndrome may occur with triptans, including rizatriptan benzoate particularly during co-administration with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), and MAO inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.5 )] . (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
• Serotonin Syndrome : Increased risk when coadministered with other serotonergic agents, but also when taken alone. (Vortioxetine label, Warnings and precautions)
• Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents, but also when taken alone. (Ziprasidone label, Warnings and precautions)
• Recent (within 24 hours) use of another 5-HT 1 agonist (e.g., another triptan), or of an ergotamine-containing medication ( 4 ) (Rizatriptan label, Contraindications)
Moderate interactions (11)
The onset of symptoms can occur within minutes to hours of receiving a new or a greater dose of a serotonergic medication. (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
SSRIs/SNRIs and Serotonin Syndrome Cases of serotonin syndrome have been reported during co-administration of triptans and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] . (Rizatriptan label, Drug interactions)
The onset of symptoms can occur within minutes to hours of receiving a new or a greater dose of a serotonergic medication. (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
- DroxidopasympathomimeticModerate
Drugs that Increase Blood Pressure Administering NORTHERA in combination with other agents that increase blood pressure (e.g., norepinephrine, ephedrine, midodrine, and triptans) would be expected to increase the risk for supine hypertension. (Droxidopa label, Drug interactions)
- NalbuphineopioidModerate
Serotonergic Drugs The concomitant use of opioids with other drugs that affect the serotonergic neurotransmitter system, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), triptans, 5-HT3 receptor antagonists, drugs that effect the serotonin neurotransmitter system… (Nalbuphine label, Drug interactions)
The onset of symptoms can occur within minutes to hours of receiving a new or a greater dose of a serotonergic medication. (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
Propranolol The dose of rizatriptan benzoate should be adjusted in propranolol-treated patients, as propranolol has been shown to increase the plasma AUC of rizatriptan by 70% [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Rizatriptan label, Drug interactions)
- SolriamfetolCNS stimulantModerate
The onset of symptoms can occur within minutes to hours of receiving a new or a greater dose of a serotonergic medication. (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
Triptan-naïve patients who have multiple cardiovascular risk factors (e.g., increased age, diabetes, hypertension, smoking, obesity, strong family history of CAD) should have a cardiovascular evaluation prior to receiving rizatriptan benzoate. (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
Serotonin Syndrome Risk: Potentially life-threatening condition could result from use of Tramadol Hydrochloride Extended-Release Capsules, particularly during concomitant use of serotonergic drugs. (Tramadol label, Warnings and precautions)
- Viloxazinenorepinephrine reuptake inhibitorModerate
SSRIs/SNRIs and Serotonin Syndrome Cases of serotonin syndrome have been reported during co-administration of triptans and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] . (Rizatriptan label, Drug interactions)
Minor mentions (5)
Serotonin Syndrome Serotonin syndrome may occur with triptans, including rizatriptan benzoate particularly during co-administration with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), and MAO inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.5 )] . (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
- EluxadolineopioidMinor
Medication Overuse Headache Overuse of acute migraine drugs (e.g., ergotamine, triptans, opioids, or a combination of drugs for 10 or more days per month) may lead to exacerbation of headache (medication overuse headache). (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
- Naltrexone and bupropionopioid antagonistMinor
Serotonin Syndrome Serotonin syndrome may occur with triptans, including rizatriptan benzoate particularly during co-administration with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), and MAO inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.5 )] . (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
Medication Overuse Headache Overuse of acute migraine drugs (e.g., ergotamine, triptans, opioids, or a combination of drugs for 10 or more days per month) may lead to exacerbation of headache (medication overuse headache). (Rizatriptan label, Warnings and precautions)
The safety and efficacy of combination therapy with phentermine and any other drug products for weight loss including prescribed drugs, over-the-counter preparations, and herbal products, or serotonergic agents such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (e.g., fluoxetine, sertraline, fluvoxamine, paroxetine), have not been established. (Phentermine label, Warnings and precautions)
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