Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Exservan
  2. Rilutek
  3. Tiglutik

Descriptions


Riluzole is used to treat patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which is also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Riluzole is not a cure for ALS, but it may extend survival for patients in the early stages of the disease or extend the time until a tracheostomy (breathing tube in the throat) is needed.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Suspension
  • Film
  • Tablet