Rilutek 50 — Riluzole 50 mg (56 Tablets)
Rilutek 50 mg (Riluzole) is a vital medication, the only one of its kind proven to extend life and slow the progression of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The active substance, riluzole, acts on the glutamate system — an excess of glutamate is considered the primary cause of damage to nerve cells (motor neurons) in the brain and spinal cord.
Manufacturer: Sanofi, France. Rilutek is the "gold standard" in ALS therapy, helping to delay the need for mechanical ventilation and improving the quality of life for patients.
Key Features:
- ✅ Neuroprotective Action: Prevents the death of nerve cells from the toxic effects of excess glutamate.
- ✅ Proven Efficacy: The only drug with many years of clinical experience in treating motor neuron disease.
- ✅ European Quality: The original drug from the global pharmaceutical giant Sanofi.
Rilutek 50 mg is used in neurology for the following indications:
- 🔹 Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS): To extend life or delay the time to mechanical ventilation.
- 🔹 Motor Neuron Disease: As part of complex therapy to slow degenerative processes in nerve tissue.
Sales Form: 1 pack contains 56 tablets of 50 mg (intended for 28 days of use).
⚠️ INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE:
- Dosage Regimen: The standard dosage is 100 mg per day (1 tablet of 50 mg every 12 hours).
- Method: Tablets are taken orally on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal). This is necessary for optimal absorption of the drug.
- Liver Monitoring: Regular monitoring of liver enzyme levels (ALT, AST) is mandatory during Rilutek intake, especially in the first months of therapy.
- Storage: Store in a light-protected place at temperatures up to 25°C.
- ⛔ Liver Disease: Active liver disease or elevation of transaminase levels (ALT/AST) to more than 3 times the upper limit of normal.
- ⛔ Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: The drug is contraindicated throughout pregnancy and during lactation.
- ⛔ Age: Not recommended for children due to a lack of safety and efficacy data.
- ⛔ Individual Sensitivity: Allergy to riluzole or any excipients of the drug.
Most patients tolerate Rilutek well; however, the following side effects may occur:
- 🤢 GI Tract: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, indigestion.
- 🧪 Liver: Increased levels of liver enzymes in the blood (requires medical monitoring).
- 🥱 General Condition: Fatigue, drowsiness, dizziness.
- 💓 Heart: Tachycardia (increased heart rate).
- ⚠️ Important: If yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice) occurs, or if urine becomes dark, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a doctor.
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