Rilutor 50mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a degenerative disease that weakens muscles and hence affects the overall physical function.

Rilutor 50mg Tablet modifies the action of glutamate, a chemical messenger involved in the transmission of nerve signals in the brain. This medicine 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. It is important that this medication is not 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.