Brand name: Rilutek
Rilutek is a medicine containing the active ingredient(s) riluzole. On this page you will find out more about Rilutek, including side effects, age restrictions, food interactions and whether the medicine is subsidised by the government on the pharmaceutical benefits scheme (PBS)
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Active ingredient in this medicine: riluzole
Information for medicine and pack size:
Rilutek 50 mg film-coated tablet, 56
Consumer Medicine Information leaflet:
This leaflet may also be found inside the medicine package. It contains information on side effects, age restrictions and other useful data.
What this medicine is for
Riluzole is indicated for the treatment of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Table of characteristics
| Active ingredient | |
|---|---|
| Visual appearance |
Capsule-shaped tablet engraved on one side with RPR202.
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| Dosage Form | Tablet, film coated |
| Route of administration | Oral |
| Medicine schedule |
56 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
|
There is one type of pack available.
Pack type 1
| Type | Blister Pack |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature | Store below 25 degrees Celsius |
| Storage conditions | No information available |
| Life time | 3 Years |
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on 1 May 2018
The PBS provides a list of government subsidised medicines available to be dispensed to patients. Further information can be found on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme website.
Is this medication banned in sport?
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