Rilutek (Riluzole) Tablet

Rilutek Tablet is used in the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a degenerative disease that weakens muscles.

Rilutek Tablet is taken on an empty stomach, either 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn’t be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Some common side effects of using this medication are weakness, headache, nausea, and stomach pain. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause diarrhea, so drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking this medicine.

Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine as it may increase the dizziness further. Your doctor may advise for liver and kidney function tests while taking this medicine. It is advised to reduce smoking or even better, to stop it as this may help to provide better results.

Uses Of Rilutek Tablet

• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)

Benefits Of Rilutek Tablet

In Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a disease of the nerves that restricts muscle movements and hence affects the physical functions of the affected person. Rilutek Tablet improves nerve activity and muscle strength. This helps the person to carry out the daily activities like walking, talking, chewing, etc, more conveniently. Hence, the person becomes more confident and this medicine enhances the quality of life.

Side Effects Of Rilutek Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.

Common Side Effects Of Rilutek

•  Weakness
•  Headache
•  Dizziness
•  Nausea
•  Abdominal pain
•  Diarrhea
•  Decreased pulmonary function
•  Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
•  Sleepiness
•  Increased heart rate
•  Vomiting
•  Pain
•  Abnormal liver function tests

How To Use Rilutek Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rilutek Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Rilutek Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.

How Rilutek Tablet Works

Rilutek Tablet is a glutamate antagonist and used an an anticonvulsant (anti fits). It is believed to work by inhibiting the action of glutamate (chemical messenger) and also inactivates the voltage-dependent sodium channels. In this way it regulates the transmission of nerve signals in the brain.