Can riluzole treat coronary heart disease?

Riluzole does not treat coronary heart disease, which is used to prolong the life of people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, among other things. This product does not have the role of treatment of coronary heart disease, coronary heart disease need to follow the doctor’s instructions for medication. Riluzole mechanism of action is not yet fully clear, the role may be to avoid motor neurons from the toxic damage of glutamate, inhibit hypoxia caused by cortical cell death. It is used to prolong the life of people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, prolonging the time it takes for them to progress to the point of needing mechanical ventilatory support. Adverse effects of riluzole include malaise, nausea, and abnormal liver function tests. The drug is contraindicated in people who are allergic to the components of the product, liver disease, pregnancy and lactation. Patients with coronary artery disease should seek medical attention in a timely manner and standardize the use of medication under the guidance of a doctor.