I was prescribed with riluzole and recently noticed my urine abnormalities. Is this due to riluzole and should I be worried?

riluzole may cause urine abnormalities due to phenolic metabolite of riluzole. However this effect is not harmful.

Is riluzole safe to be used by children?

riluzole is not recommended to be used in childrean due to a lack of data on the safety and efficacy of riluzole in any neurodegenerative diseases occurring in children or adolescents.

What should I be cautious about when taking riluzole?

You will need to inform your doctor if you are showing any symptoms of a fever. Your doctor might need to check your white blood cell count and to discontinue riluzole in case of neutropenia (abnormally low concentration of neutrophils).

Riluzole

Uses of Riluzole

Riluzole is commonly used to treat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

How Riluzole Works

The mechanism of Riluzole is unknown to date. It is postulated that its inhibitory effect on the glutamate release is able to slow the disease progression and improve the survival rate of patients suffering from ALS.

Side Effects of Riluzole

Decreased white blood cells, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Vertigo, Tachycardia, Perioral numbness, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Allergic reaction, Liver dysfunction, Headache, Interstitial lung disease

Information About Riluzole

Riluzole is a glutamate antagonist used to slow the progression of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in Singapore. Available as a 50mg oral tablet taken twice daily on an empty stomach, it is HSA-registered and available on prescription only in Singapore. Regular liver function monitoring is mandatory as riluzole causes dose-dependent hepatotoxicity in approximately 10% of patients — treatment should be discontinued if ALT levels exceed five times the upper limit of normal. A valid doctor's consultation is required before dispensing. Order Riluzole online at DoctorOnCall Singapore with same-day delivery available. Speak to a DoctorOnCall physician today to check if Riluzole is right for you.

Riluzole is a medication commonly used to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as motor neurone disease, by helping slow the progression of the condition. It works by reducing the effects of glutamate, a neurotransmitter that may contribute to nerve cell damage in ALS. Riluzole belongs to a class of medications known as neuroprotective agents and is widely used in neurology care. Find affordable Riluzole options from trusted brands at DoctorOnCall.

Conclusion

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Warnings

Kidney High Risk

Riluzole is contraindicated in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol Not Advisable

Alcohol may further damage the liver which is one of the side effects of Riluzole. Thus, it is not advisable to consume alcohol with Riluzole concomitantly.

Pregnancy Limited Data

There are limited data on the use of Riluzole in pregnant women and safety profile has not been established. Thus, it is contraindicated during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Not advisable

Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Riluzole may cause side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or vertigo, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.

Liver Use With Care

Riluzole is contraindicated in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation Not Advisable

There are limited data on the use of Riluzole in breastfeeding women and safety profile has not been established. Thus, it is contraindicated during breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Written by

Dr. Adeline Carol Peters, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)

Reviewed by

Dr. Mohd Izzat Amir Bin Awang, Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Mansoura - Manchester