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Riluzole

Generic Name
Riluzole
Brand Names
Exservan, Rilutek, Tiglutik, Riluzole Zentiva
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C8H5F3N2OS
CAS Number
1744-22-5
Unique Ingredient Identifier
7LJ087RS6F

Overview

A glutamate antagonist (receptors, glutamate) used as an anticonvulsant (anticonvulsants) and to prolong the survival of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Riluzole is marketed as Rilutek by Sanofi.

Background

A glutamate antagonist (receptors, glutamate) used as an anticonvulsant (anticonvulsants) and to prolong the survival of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Riluzole is marketed as Rilutek by Sanofi.

Indication

For the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, Lou Gehrig's Disease)

Associated Conditions

  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

FDA Approved Products

Teglutik
Manufacturer:EDW PHARMA
Route:ORAL
Strength:5 mg in 1 mL
Approved: 2024/02/27
NDC:70726-0305
Riluzole
Manufacturer:AvKARE
Route:ORAL
Strength:50 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2024/01/10
NDC:42291-775
Exservan
Manufacturer:Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America, Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:50 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2021/04/21
NDC:70510-2201
Riluzole
Manufacturer:Ascend Laboratories, LLC
Route:ORAL
Strength:50 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2021/11/10
NDC:67877-286
TIGLUTIK
Manufacturer:EDW PHARMA, INC
Route:ORAL
Strength:50 mg in 10 mL
Approved: 2024/02/08
NDC:70726-0303

Singapore Approved Products

RILUTEK TABLET 50 mg
Manufacturer:Opella Healthcare International SAS
Form:TABLET, FILM COATED
Strength:50 mg
Online:Yes
Approved: 1997/07/31
Approval:SIN09426P

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