Riluzole is a medication used to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. It works by reducing the release of glutamate, a neurotransmitter that is believed to contribute to the damage of nerve cells in ALS. Riluzole may help slow down the progression of the disease and improve survival rates. It is typically taken orally and may have some side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, and liver problems.
