Maxalt is a medication that constricts the blood vessels in the brain to treat migraine headaches in adults. The active ingredient, rizatriptan, also reduces certain substances in the body that can trigger migraine symptoms like sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, and pain.
It is important to note that Maxalt is intended to treat a headache that has already started and will not prevent future headaches or reduce their frequency. This medication is specifically indicated for confirmed cases of migraine headaches and should not be used to treat other types of headaches, such as tension headaches or those with accompanying symptoms like loss of movement on one side of the body.