Rizatriptan and Brain Fog: What Users Say

• Tom...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 6, 2019

Rizatriptan for Migraine "Maxalt is an absolute lifesaver. Normally takes around an hour to kick in, and 9/10 times completely conquers my migraine. Only subtle side effects I experience are a little foggy-headed and my skin tingles a little. Definitely better than dealing with severe migraines."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 12, 2019

Rizatriptan for Migraine "Migraine gone, severe anxiety, agitation, brain fog. Also felt light-headed and had neck and jaw pain. Two days on and still feel weird in the head. Terrible medication, would rather have the migraine all week than take this poison ever again."

• Ima...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• June 28, 2016

Rizatriptan for Migraine "I've had ever-worsening migraines since I was in my 40s (I'm now 73). When they started, all that was available were drugs like Fiorinal and other mind-scrambling drugs. Finally, the triptans came along and saved my life. I started with Imitrex and tried the various other triptans, but Maxalt was the most effective. I would like to share one important observation: When I first started taking triptans, I had very few side effects and was able to function at a high-level job, run home with kids, etc. HOWEVER, as I got older, I realized that side effects emerged which have only gotten stronger over time. e.g. fogginess, sleepiness, nausea, etc. -- so be aware that side effects can increase with age. Still, Maxalt is a life-saver."

• San...
• December 29, 2019

For Migraine "Made my pain worse, made me super anxious, tired, nonfunctional for the whole day. It also made me extremely hazy, with some of the worst brain fog I’ve ever had, and gave me some shortness of breath. Definitely do not recommend."

• Mar...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 14, 2016

Rizatriptan for Migraine "I have suffered from migraines since I was 19 (now 23). My migraines were debilitating and caused me to miss a lot of school, so my doctor prescribed me Maxalt. Maxalt almost always cures my migraines within 1-2 hours! The relief is long-lasting; one dose and I am usually pain-free for an entire day. For me, side effects are infrequent and usually very minor (sleepiness, dizziness, “foggy brain”). To elaborate on the “foggy brain” side effect, post-headache I would sometimes experience a feeling of euphoria combined with a difficulty concentrating. Usually, this is not a big deal, but if I was taking an exam, it would slightly affect my performance and concentration. Overall, a great medication that has improved my quality of life!"

• Hld...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• December 23, 2016

Rizatriptan for Migraine "I have suffered from migraines since I was a kid. I'm 49 now. In my mid-30s, I started taking Imitrex, and it completely derailed me. I then started trying a bunch of preventative drugs, beta blockers, calcium blockers, and SSRI drugs. Finally, I found one that works fairly well, but along with that, I use Maxalt as a rescue drug, which I still take 6+ times a month. It's a good drug and is effective. I have always noticed the migraines redouble their efforts before leaving after I take it. I also notice it makes me very sleepy and foggy. I don't like to take it at work because of that. Nine times out of ten, it works, but there are still times it does nothing for me. Some is better than none in my world, though. I take a generic due to cost."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 12, 2019

For Migraine "I was prescribed rizatriptan 10 mg for my migraines to take when they were so bad that other medication wouldn't seem to help. I took it to help a three-day migraine, it seemed to immediately help by reducing the pain. It did make me very sleepy, and I felt a brain fog like never before. I woke up in the middle of the night with a pain in my jaw like I had been hit with a hammer, and the tip of my tongue also hurt. It lasted just about all day. The medication helped my head, but it also brought on unneeded pain, so I won't be taking it again."

• Wow...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 25, 2019

For Migraine "Rizatriptan worked great for my migraine! I put the meltable tab under my tongue, and the minty flavor wasn’t too bad either. About 30 min later, my migraine was gone, and I was asleep. I do feel foggy and sleepy today, but overall, it was amazing how fast it works. Would recommend to a friend or family member."