Riluzole is commonly employed in research and production environments as a chemical compound with the molecular formula C9H11NO2 and a molecular weight of 165.19. It exhibits a Melting Point range of 132.2 to 133.9 °C. Handling requires standard precautions for organic compounds, including the use of personal protective equipment and proper ventilation. Riluzole is a neuroprotective agent primarily used in the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive motor neuron disease. It functions by inhibiting the release of glutamate, a neurotransmitter that contributes to excitotoxicity, a process implicated in ALS pathogenesis. Additionally, Riluzole has been shown to have antioxidant properties, which may contribute to its neuroprotective effects.

• CAS Number: 1744-22-5
• Molecular Formula: C9H11NO2
• Molecular Weight: 165.19
• Melting Point: 132.2 to 133.9 °C
• Exact Mass: 165.078978594