Maxalt-mlt and Tecfidera drug interactions - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Drug interactions are reported among people who take Maxalt-mlt (rizatriptan benzoate) and Tecfidera (dimethyl fumarate). Common drug interactions include white blood cell count decreased among females and abdominal discomfort among males.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes what interactions people have when they take Maxalt-mlt and Tecfidera. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 18 people who take the same drugs from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Maxalt-mlt?

Maxalt-mlt has active ingredients of rizatriptan benzoate. It is often used in migraine. eHealthMe is studying from 1,534 Maxalt-mlt users. Check the latest studies of Maxalt-mlt.

What is Tecfidera?

Tecfidera has active ingredients of dimethyl fumarate. It is often used in multiple sclerosis. eHealthMe is studying from 129,627 Tecfidera users. Check the latest studies of Tecfidera.

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On Aug, 18, 2026

18 people who take Maxalt-mlt and Tecfidera together, and have interactions are studied.

Maxalt-mlt and Tecfidera drug interactions.

What are the common drug interactions of Maxalt-Mlt and Tecfidera, by gender? *:

female:

  1. White blood cell count decreased
  2. Joint injury
  3. Post-traumatic pain
  4. Lymphocyte count decreased
  5. Anxiety
  6. Drug ineffective
  7. Pain
  8. Abdominal discomfort
  9. Fall
  10. Affective disorder (mental disorder)

male:

  1. Abdominal discomfort
  2. Abdominal pain upper
  3. Colitis ulcerative (inflammation of colon with ulcer)
  4. Decreased appetite
  5. Gait disturbance
  6. Malaise (a feeling of general discomfort or uneasiness)
  7. Upper respiratory tract infection

What are the common drug interactions of Maxalt-Mlt and Tecfidera, by age (0-1 to 60+)? *:

0-1:

n/a

2-9:

n/a

10-19:

n/a

20-29:

n/a

30-39:

  1. Seizure (abnormal excessive or synchronous neuronal activity in the brain)

40-49:

  1. Muscular weakness (muscle weakness)

50-59:

  1. Cellulitis (infection under the skin)
  2. Contusion (a type of hematoma of tissue in which capillaries)
  3. Affective disorder (mental disorder)
  4. Back pain
  5. Blood glucose increased
  6. Blood urea increased
  7. Bronchitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane in the bronchial tubes)
  8. Delirium (wild excitement)
  9. Depression
  10. Failure to thrive (inadequate weight gain and physical growth in children)

60+:

n/a

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

  1. Gait Disturbance: 7 people, 38.89%
  2. Pain: 1 person, 5.56%
  3. Narcolepsy (brain's inability to regulate sleep-wake cycles normally): 1 person, 5.56%
  4. Muscle Spasms (muscle contraction): 1 person, 5.56%
  5. Insomnia (sleeplessness): 1 person, 5.56%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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Sub-studies by gender and age:

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Male: 0-1 2-9 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+

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How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on rizatriptan benzoate and dimethyl fumarate (the active ingredients of Maxalt-mlt and Tecfidera, respectively), and Maxalt-mlt and Tecfidera (the brand names). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

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