Amyoger (Riluzole) is in the category of benzothiazole drugs. This drug is prescribed by doctors to slow the progression of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Studies have shown that this drug is also effective in delaying the patient’s need for tracheostomy. Also, the use of this drug can increase the life expectancy of patients. Amyoger inhibits the effect of glutamate on motor neurons.
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or Lou Gehrig’s disease is a progressive disease of the nervous system that affects the nerve cells of the brain and spinal cord and leads to the loss of muscle control. This disease causes progressive and irreparable damage to the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and peripheral nervous system. This disease leads to the gradual loss of muscle function, and by weakening the muscles, it gradually affects the person with general paralysis. So that the ability of any movement will be taken away from the person. A common feature of ALS is increased levels of the amino acid glutamate, an excess of which causes nerve cell death.
Each tablet contains 50 mg of riluzole.
To reduce the progression of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
This medicine should be taken according to the doctor’s prescription.
Allergy to riluzole or other side ingredients in this medicine.
Liver disease or increased liver enzymes more than three times normal.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Do not drive or operate machinery after taking this medicine.
The use of this product during pregnancy and breastfeeding is done according to the doctor’s order.
Dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling around the mouth.
Take riluzole at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after food.
It should be noted that a high-fat meal reduces the absorption of riluzole.
Broccoli, marijuana (cannabis) and tobacco can reduce the effect of this drug.
In case of fever, jaundice or any allergy symptoms, see your doctor immediately.
If symptoms of dry cough or shortness of breath occur, stop taking the medicine and see your doctor.
If you miss a dose, ignore the missed dose and do not take it again.
Do not double the dose or amount of the next dose if you forget the previous dose.
Keep away from light and moisture and at a temperature below 30 degrees Celsius.
Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Each transparent blister contains 10 circular tablets and there are 20 tablets in each container.