Riluzole is used to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease.
Riluzole is not a cure for ALS, but it may delay progression of the disease and prolong your life.
Riluzole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
用途
What isRiluzole(Rilutek)用于?
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
警告
What is the most important information I should know aboutRiluzole(Rilutek)?
你不应该使用利鲁唑allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- liver disease.
Riluzole may harm an unborn baby.Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant.
如果使用这种药的同时母乳喂养,请咨询医生。
Not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
User Reviews & Rating
Overall rating forRiluzole(Rilutek)
Side Effects
什么是副作用Riluzole(Rilutek)?
如果有的话,获得紧急医疗帮助signs of an allergic reaction:hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
停止使用Riluzole并立即致电您的医生:
- sudden chest pain, wheezing, feeling short of breath;
- dry cough, or cough with mucus;
- low white blood cell counts--fever, mouth sores, skin sores, sore throat; or
- liver problems--nausea, loss of appetite, stomach pain (upper right side), tiredness, itching, dark urine, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
Side effects may be more likely to occur in people of Japanese descent.
Common side effects may include:
- increased blood pressure;
- numbness or tingling around your mouth;
- 弱点;
- 头晕;
- stomach pain, nausea; or
- breathing problems.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
怀孕和母乳喂养
Can I takeRiluzole(Rilutek)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Riluzole may harm an unborn baby.Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant.
如果使用这种药的同时母乳喂养,请咨询医生。
互动
What drugs and food should I avoid while takingRiluzole(Rilutek)?
Avoid smoking. Smoking cigarettes may make riluzole less effective.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to takeRiluzole(Rilutek)?
UseRiluzole(Rilutek)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Take riluzole on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
Riluzole may also be given through a PEG feeding tube.
阅读并按照所有使用说明。Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you need help.
Shake theoral suspension(liquid) before you measure a dose. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
您需要频繁的医疗测试。
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep the liquid medicine upright and do not freeze. Throw away any unused liquid after 15 days.
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose.不要一次服用两剂。
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose onRiluzole(Rilutek)?
Overdose symptoms may include drowsiness, confusion, problems with thinking or memory, coma, tremors, or blue lips or fingers.
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RPR 202.
Color: white
Shape: oval
Form: film coated
印迹:RPR 202.
381, G
Color: white
Shape: capsule
Form: film coated
印迹:381,g
538
Color: white
Shape: round
Form: film coated
印迹: 538