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Rilutor 50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a degenerative disease that weakens muscles. Rilutor 50mg Tablet is taken on an empty stomach, either 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor. Some common side effects of using this medication are weakness, headache, nausea, and stomach pain. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause diarrhea, so drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking this medicine. Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine as it may increase the dizziness further. Your doctor may advise for liver and kidney function tests while taking this medicine. It is advised to reduce smoking or even better, to stop it as this may help to provide better results.
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Rilutor 50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a degenerative disease that weakens muscles. Rilutor 50mg Tablet is taken on an empty stomach, either 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor. Some common side effects of using this medication are weakness, headache, nausea, and stomach pain. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause diarrhea, so drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking this medicine. Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine as it may increase the dizziness further. Your doctor may advise for liver and kidney function tests while taking this medicine. It is advised to reduce smoking or even better, to stop it as this may help to provide better results.
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
In Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a disease of the nerves that restricts muscle movements and hence affects the physical functions of the affected person. Rilutor 50mg Tablet improves nerve activity and muscle strength. This helps the person to carry out the daily activities like walking, talking, chewing, etc, more conveniently. Hence, the person becomes more confident and this medicine enhances the quality of life.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Decreased pulmonary function, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Sleepiness, Increased heart rate, Vomiting, Pain, Abnormal liver function tests']
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rilutor 50mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid Rilutor 50mg Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.
Rilutor 50mg Tablet is a glutamate antagonist and used an an anticonvulsant (anti fits). It is believed to work by inhibiting the action of glutamate (chemical messenger) and also inactivates the voltage-dependent sodium channels. In this way it regulates the transmission of nerve signals in the brain.
Alcohol
CAUTION - Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Rilutor 50mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Rilutor 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Rilutor 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE - Rilutor 50mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. You may feel dizzy or light headed after taking this medicine. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Rilutor 50mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Rilutor 50mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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