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Riluzole

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Summary for Rilutek

Prescription only

Riluzole (Rilutek) helps slow down worsening of symptoms in people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. It doesn't improve symptoms, but people taking the medication may be able to slow their need for a breathing tube and live about 2 to 3 months longer. It also comes as a liquid and oral film for people who have trouble swallowing pills.

Indications for Rilutek

  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease

Pros and Cons for Rilutek

Pros

  • One of two FDA-approved medications that slow progression of ALS
  • May prolong life by two to three months
  • May delay the need for a breathing tube
  • Available in a liquid form and oral film for people who have trouble swallowing pills
  • Lower-cost generic available for the tablet

Cons

  • Doesn't improve ALS symptoms
  • Doesn't improve muscle strength or nerve function
  • No lower-cost generic available for the liquid form
  • Not available as an IV infusion or injection for those who cannot take medication by mouth

Common Side Effects for Rilutek

  • Mouth numbness (29% for the liquid form, 38% for the oral film)
  • Body weakness or lack of energy (19%)
  • Nausea (16%)
  • Breathing problems (shortness of breath, wheezing, inability to catch your breath, 10%)
  • Stomach pain (5%)
  • Higher blood pressure (5%)

Warnings for Rilutek

  • Liver injury and damage
  • Low white blood cell count
  • Lung disease

Summary for Rilutek

Prescription only

Riluzole (Rilutek) helps slow down worsening of symptoms in people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. It doesn't improve symptoms, but people taking the medication may be able to slow their need for a breathing tube and live about 2 to 3 months longer. It also comes as a liquid and oral film for people who have trouble swallowing pills.

Indications for Rilutek

  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease

Pros and Cons for Rilutek

Pros

  • One of two FDA-approved medications that slow progression of ALS
  • May prolong life by two to three months
  • May delay the need for a breathing tube
  • Available in a liquid form and oral film for people who have trouble swallowing pills
  • Lower-cost generic available for the tablet

Cons

  • Doesn't improve ALS symptoms
  • Doesn't improve muscle strength or nerve function
  • No lower-cost generic available for the liquid form
  • Not available as an IV infusion or injection for those who cannot take medication by mouth

Common Side Effects for Rilutek

  • Mouth numbness (29% for the liquid form, 38% for the oral film)
  • Body weakness or lack of energy (19%)
  • Nausea (16%)
  • Breathing problems (shortness of breath, wheezing, inability to catch your breath, 10%)
  • Stomach pain (5%)
  • Higher blood pressure (5%)

Warnings for Rilutek

  • Liver injury and damage
  • Low white blood cell count
  • Lung disease

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