Rizatriptan vs. Sumatriptan

Rizatriptannoun

(medicine) A triptan agonist used in the treatment of migraine

Rizatriptan

Rizatriptan, sold under the brand name Maxalt among others, is a medication used for the treatment of migraine headaches. It is taken by mouth.Common side effects include chest pain, dizziness, dry mouth, and tingling.

Sumatriptannoun

A drug used for the treatment of migraine headaches.

Sumatriptan

Sumatriptan, sold under the brand name Imitrex among others, is a medication used to treat migraine headaches and cluster headaches. It is taken by mouth, in the nose, or by injection under the skin.