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
- 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)
- Associated Therapies
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