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Is maxalt (rizatriptan) ok to take while breastfeeding? i haven't had a migraine since before pregnancy. now 3m pp, want to be ready if menstrual migraines return.

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Dr. Andrew Blazar answered

Do what's working: Continue to excercise;eat a nutritionally sound menu, take a vitamin and keep up the good work.

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Answered 1/24/2015

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Dr. David Rosenfeld answered

Unknown: The safety in breastfeeding is unknown. Caution is advised.

Answered 11/26/2013

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Dr. Andrew Blazar answered

Unknown: Experience is limited. A safe alternative is Fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine) (prescription needed).

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Is maxalt (rizatriptan) ok to take while breastfeeding? i haven't had a migraine since before pregnancy. now 3m pp, want to be ready if menstrual migraines return.

7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Andrew Blazar answered

Dr Villaplana and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. David Rosenfeld answered

Dr. Andrew Blazar answered

Dr Villaplana and 2 doctors agreed

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