FDA approved in December of 1995 for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
REVIEW Riluzole preferentially blocks TTX-sensitive sodium channels, which are associated with damaged neurons. This reduces influx of calcium ions and indirectly prevents stimulation of glutamate receptors.
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