Exservan Dosage
Generic name: RILUZOLE 50mg
Dosage form: oral film
Drug class: Miscellaneous central nervous system agents
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 22, 2024.
Dosage Information
The recommended dosage for EXSERVAN is 50 mg taken orally twice daily. EXSERVAN should be taken at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
Monitoring to Assess Safety
Measure serum aminotransferases before and during treatment with EXSERVAN.
Important Administration Instructions
Instruct patients and/or caregivers to read the “Instruction for Use” carefully for complete directions on how to properly dose and administer EXSERVAN oral films.
Apply EXSERVAN on top of the tongue where it adheres and dissolves. Do not cut or split the film.
Do not administer with liquids. As the film dissolves, saliva should be swallowed in a normal manner, but the patient should refrain from chewing, spitting or talking.
Only one oral film should be taken at a time.
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