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Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD is a product of Ryon Pharma

Composition: Rizatriptan (5mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD

Description:

Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD is used in the treatment of acute attacks of migraine. It relieves the symptoms of migraine and prevents the attack from becoming worse. This medicine helps by narrowing the blood vessels, thereby relieving migraine headaches.

Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly.

Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include neck pain, dry mouth, sensation of heaviness, nausea, weakness, jaw pain, throat pain, and paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation). However, these are usually temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or worry you.

It may also cause sleepiness at the beginning of your treatment, so do not drive, operate machinery, until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause changes in your mood and you may feel depressed, therefore, regular monitoring of behavior is important. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any heart problems, as the use of Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD is contraindicated in some heart diseases. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine. Consult your doctor and stop this medicine if you develop severe chest or stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, or significantly high blood pressure, after taking this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Benzaryd

  • Dizziness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Heaviness
  • Jaw pain
  • Nausea
  • Neck pain
  • Sleepiness
  • Throat pain
  • Weakness

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Q. What should I tell my doctor before taking Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD?

Earlier taking Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD, you should tell your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, liver or kidney disease or a family history of heart disease. You should also inform your doctor if you smoke, have had your menopause, or are a man aged 40 years or more. Let your doctor know if your headache is associated with dizziness, difficulty in walking, lack of coordination or weakness in the leg and arm. Your doctor should also know if you are taking medicines to treat depression such as sertraline, escitalopram oxalate, fluoxetine, venlafaxine, or duloxetine. It is also important to inform your doctor if you have had short-lived chest pain and tightness.

Q. What are the symptoms of Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD overdose?

Taking an overdose of Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD may cause fainting, dizziness, slow heartbeat, change in electrical activity of the heart, vomiting and inability to retain urine or stools.

Q. What are the symptoms of headache caused due to medication overuse?

If you are having frequent or daily headaches despite (or because of) the regular use of headache medications, it is suggestive of medication overuse headache. You should consult your doctor who may discontinue the medication for sometime.

Q. Can Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD be used for the prevention of migraine attacks?

No, Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD is not used for the prevention of migraine attacks. It should only be used where a clear diagnosis of migraine has been established.

Q. What triggers migraine attacks?

Migraine may be triggered by several factors. Some of the common triggers are caffeine withdrawal, changes in hormone levels during menstruation or with the use of birth control pills. Migraine also gets triggered with changes in sleep patterns, such as not getting enough sleep, drinking alcohol, missing meals, or smoking. Rigorous exercise or other physical stress, loud noises or bright lights, odors or perfumes, or exposure to smoke and stress and anxiety may also act as a trigger.

Q. Does migraine run in families?

Migraines may run in families. Migraines occur more often in women than men. It has been noticed that some women, but not all, have fewer migraines when they are pregnant.

Q. Can Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD increase my blood pressure?

Affirmative, Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD can cause an increase in blood pressure. However, it is does not occur in everyone. But, you should keep a check on your blood pressure during therapy with Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD.

Q. How do I know migraine attack is about to start?

Some people develop aura before getting a migraine attack. It may include visual problems, such as seeing flashing lights, zig-zag patterns or blind spots, numbness, dizziness, or a tingling sensation like pins and needles, or feeling off balance. You may also have difficulty speaking and loss of consciousness, although this is unusual.

Q. Can I take Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD with propranolol?

Affirmative, you can take propranolol and Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD together. However, since Propranolol may cause an increase in levels of Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD, so you should take 5 mg dose of Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD and not 10 mg.

Q. When should I start taking the medicines used to prevent migraine?

Medicines for prevention of migraine are usually used if you have tried avoiding possible triggers but are still experiencing migraines. You may also be prescribed these medicines if you experience very severe migraine attacks, or if your attacks happen frequently.

Q. Can Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD cause liver damage?

No, Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD does not cause liver damage, but you should let your doctor know if you have any liver problem, before taking Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD.

Q. How soon should I take Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD when attack starts?

Once your migraine headache has started, take Benzaryd 5mg Tablet MD as soon as possible. Do not use it to prevent an attack. Forever take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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