Migraine
Migraine is a neurological condition that can require different treatment approaches depending on whether the priority is reducing the frequency of attacks or treating an acute attack. We list prescription tablet options from two distinct medicine families, so it is important to select the product prescribed for your particular treatment role.
Which medicine roles are used for migraine?
Migraine care commonly includes preventive medicines for people who experience recurring attacks and acute medicines intended for use when an attack begins. Beta blockers, including propranolol, are long-established preventive options in appropriate patients. Triptans, including rizatriptan, are a widely used medicine group for acute migraine attacks. These roles are materially different, and products with different active ingredients should not be treated as interchangeable.
What migraine medicines do we list?
We offer Inderal, containing propranolol, as tablets in 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg, and 80 mg strengths. We also offer Maxalt, containing rizatriptan, as tablets in 5 mg and 10 mg strengths. Both are oral tablet products, but their active ingredients and usual roles in migraine management differ.
How do the listed options compare?
The comparison below is intended to help you identify the listed product and strength range that matches your prescription. Prices and package choices vary by strength.
| Product | Active ingredient | Form | Available strengths | Price from | Lowest price per tablet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inderal | Propranolol | Tablets | 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg, 80 mg | C$93.80 | C$0.60 per tablet |
| Maxalt | Rizatriptan | Tablet | 5 mg, 10 mg | C$53.20 | C$5.49 per tablet |
What should Canadian customers know about prescription status?
Both products require a prescription in Canada. MAXALT oral tablets containing rizatriptan are listed in Health Canada's Drug Product Database in 5 mg and 10 mg strengths. Propranolol products are prescription medicines in Canada; the Canadian authorization of the exact listed propranolol tablet presentation has not been confirmed, so customers should verify the current DIN and product status in Health Canada's Drug Product Database where needed.
How do we ship migraine tablets, and what handling matters?
We can dispatch these products to Canada by Standard shipping, estimated at 14 to 21 days, or tracked Express shipping, estimated at 4 to 7 days. Express shipping costs C$41.99 and Standard shipping costs C$20.99. Free shipping is available for either method when its respective checkout threshold is reached. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Bitcoin, and USDT.
Both listed tablet products should be kept tightly closed and protected from light and moisture. Their labelled storage guidance permits brief excursions between 15°C and 30°C, with standard storage at 20°C to 25°C for Inderal and 25°C for Maxalt. We prepare every shipment carefully to protect the contents during delivery. Bring the package inside promptly and store each medicine as directed on its label.