Rizatriptan benzoate

Rizatriptan Benzoate is the benzoate salt form of rizatriptan, a member of the triptan class agents with anti-migraine property. Rizatriptan benzoate selectively binds to and activates serotonin (5-HT) 1B receptors expressed in intracranial arteries, and to 5-HT 1D receptors located on peripheral trigeminal sensory nerve terminals in the meninges and central terminals in brain stem sensory nuclei. Receptor binding results in constriction of cranial vessels and inhibition of nociceptive transmission, thereby providing relief of migraine headaches. Rizatriptan benzoate may also relief migraine headaches by inhibition of pro-inflammatory neuropeptide release. It is grouped under the following drug class(es): Serotonin agents and Triptans. Its therapeutic use is listed as central nervous system (CNS) agents. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Maxalt-MLT, RizaFilm and L 705126. Its PubChem CID is 77997.

CAS No 145202-66-0
Molecular Formula C22H25N5O2
Molecular Weight 391.5 g/mol
Synonyms benzoic acid;N,N-dimethyl-2-[5-(1,2,4-triazol-1-ylmethyl)-1H-indol-3-yl]ethanamine

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