Support Services for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Patients

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Prescribing Information | Important Safety Information

Patients & Caregivers

Healthcare Professionals

ALS Support

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

You should not take RILUTEK if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
Your doctor should do blood tests to check your liver function before and during your treatment.
Call your doctor if you have a fever, cough, or difficulty in breathing while taking RILUTEK.
RILUTEK may cause you to feel dizzy, light-headed, or sleepy. If you experience any of these, you should NOT drive a vehicle or use machinery.
If you miss or skip a dose of RILUTEK, do not take any extra tablets to make up for those you missed, but take your prescribed dose at the next regularly scheduled time.
When taking RILUTEK, avoid drinking excessive amounts of alcohol; alcohol may contribute to compromising liver function and may be associated with an increased risk of liver problems.
The most common side effects of RILUTEK that occurred during medical studies were weakness, nausea, lung function decrease*, headache, nasal symptoms, muscle tightness, abdominal pain, and high blood pressure. If any side effects become troublesome, contact your doctor.
Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all other medicines you are taking, including nonprescription products and vitamins. If you have questions, please talk to your doctor.

Please refer to the full prescribing information using the link at the top of the page.

*Not associated with a reduction in vital capacity

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If you have ALS—or care for someone with the disease—you are not alone. There are support services for people with ALS that offer assistive devices and communication aids to help with the progressions of the disease. There are also national and community-based support groups available. They offer information, friendship, resources and support for people with ALS and their caregivers. In addition, there are financial reimbursement and rebate opportunities for patients taking RILUTEK.

For more information about these support services, click on one of the links below:

Support Services

National Support Groups

Community Support Groups

Government Assistance

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Indication

RILUTEK (riluzole) is indicated for the treatment of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Rilutek extends survival and/or time to invasive breathing assistance.

Important Safety Information

You should not take RILUTEK if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
Your doctor should do blood tests to check your liver function before and during your treatment.
Call your doctor if you have a fever, cough, or difficulty in breathing while taking RILUTEK.
RILUTEK may cause you to feel dizzy, light-headed, or sleepy. If you experience any of these, you should NOT drive a vehicle or use machinery.
If you miss or skip a dose of RILUTEK, do not take any extra tablets to make up for those you missed, but take your prescribed dose at the next regularly scheduled time.
When taking RILUTEK, avoid drinking excessive amounts of alcohol; alcohol may contribute to compromising liver function and may be associated with an increased risk of liver problems.
The most common side effects of RILUTEK that occurred during medical studies were weakness, nausea, lung function decrease*, headache, nasal symptoms, muscle tightness, abdominal pain, and high blood pressure. If any side effects become troublesome, contact your doctor.
Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all other medicines you are taking, including nonprescription products and vitamins. If you have questions, please talk to your doctor.

Please refer to the full prescribing information using the link at the top of the page.

*Not associated with a reduction in vital capacity

The health information contained herein is provided for general educational purposes only. Your healthcare professional is the single best source of information regarding your health.
Please consult your healthcare professional if you have any questions about your health or treatment.

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