Take Maxalt MLT exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
It is usually taken at the first sign of a migraine attack. Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose based on your age, medical history, other medications, and response to treatment.
How to Take the Orally Disintegrating Tablet
If you are using Maxalt MLT orally disintegrating tablets, keep the tablet in its blister package until you are ready to take it.
When it is time for your dose:
- Make sure your hands are dry.
- Peel back the blister packaging carefully.
- Place the tablet directly on your tongue.
- Allow it to dissolve completely.
The tablet will dissolve and can be swallowed with saliva, so water is not required.
Can I Take a Second Dose?
If your migraine improves after the first dose but then returns, your healthcare provider may tell you to take a second dose.
For adults, the second dose should not be taken sooner than 2 hours after the first dose.
Follow your prescribed instructions carefully, especially if you take other medications that may affect rizatriptan dosing.
Maximum Daily Dose for Adults
Adults should not take more than 30 mg of rizatriptan within a 24-hour period.
This means no more than three 10 mg doses in one day.
Do not take additional doses beyond the amount prescribed, even if your migraine symptoms continue.
Dosing for Children and Adolescents
For children and adolescents between 6 and 17 years of age, the dose of Maxalt MLT is based partly on body weight.
The safety and effectiveness of taking more than one dose within a 24-hour period have not been established for pediatric patients.
Do not give an additional dose unless specifically instructed by the child’s healthcare provider.
What If the First Dose Does Not Work?
If your migraine does not improve at all after the first dose, do not automatically take another dose unless your healthcare provider has told you to do so.
Contact your doctor for guidance, particularly if your headaches are changing, becoming more frequent, or are not responding to your usual treatment.
What Happens If I Take Too Much Maxalt MLT?
Taking more Maxalt MLT than prescribed can increase the risk of serious side effects.
If you take too much medication or develop severe symptoms, contact your healthcare provider or seek immediate medical attention.
Possible serious symptoms may include severe dizziness, fainting, chest discomfort, an unusually fast or irregular heartbeat, or significant changes in blood pressure.
Take Maxalt MLT Exactly as Directed
Do not take larger doses, take doses more frequently, or use Maxalt MLT more often than recommended.
If you find that you need migraine medication frequently, talk with your healthcare provider. Frequent use of acute migraine medications may contribute to medication-overuse headaches and may indicate that your migraine treatment plan needs to be reviewed.
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