Rilutek - Riluzole Oral Tablets Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Rilutek.
• Rilutek
• RYE-luzz-ohl

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, dizziness, drowsiness, weakness, diarrhea, constipation and tingling or numbness around the mouth may occur.
• If these symptoms continue or become severe, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you experience.

Read Before Using Rilutek (precautions)

• Before taking this, tell your doctor if you have.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any nonprescription or prescription medication you may use, particularly.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, Lou Gehrig's disease).

Rilutek Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication is not a cure for ALS but has been shown to slow progression of the disease.
• Laboratory tests will be done routinely while taking this to monitor its effects and to prevent side effects.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Rilutek Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 to 25 degrees C) away from heat and moisture as directed.
• Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.

Usage Instructions

• Take this by mouth exactly as directed usually every 12 hours.
• Try to take this at the same times each day.
• This is best taken on an empty stomach one hour before or two hours after a meal.
• Do not increase the dose or take this more often than prescribed.
• There is no increased benefit from higher doses but the risk of side effects is increased.