Medications and Drugs for Treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Edaravone

Edaravone is prescribed for treating amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a motor neuron disease or Lou Gehrig’s disease that causes the death of the nerve cells responsible for voluntary muscle contraction.

Brand Names :
Edvo | Fraseda | Nuravon | Aravon | Fraseda (1.5mg/mL) | Nuravon (1.5mg/mL)
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Riluzole

Riluzole is a benzothiazole, recommended for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, Lou Gehrig disease) is placed on a ventilator or breathing machine, by delaying onset of ventilator dependence or tracheostomy.

Brand Names :
Rilutor (50mg)
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