PILOMAX 5MG TABLET contains Pilocarpine which belongs to the group of medicines called Cholinergic agonists. It is used to manage xerostomia (dry mouth) in patients receiving radiotherapy for cancer of the head or neck.
PILOMAX 5MG TABLET can also be used to manage dryness of mouth or eyes in patients with Sjögren’s syndrome (an auto-immune disease affecting the tear or salivary gland). Your doctor will regularly check your eyes before and during management with pilocarpine, particularly if you have had any eye disorders.
PILOMAX 5MG TABLET may cause excessive sweating. So, try to take more fluids such as water or juices. If it does not help and if you feel more dehydrated contact your doctor immediately. PILOMAX 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having kidney, lung or heart problems or any eye inflammation.
Before taking PILOMAX 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any bile duct, gall bladder, stomach, intestinal, cognitive or eye problems. PILOMAX 5MG TABLET should not be used in pregnancy unless recommended by your doctor. Your doctor will tell you whether you should stop taking PILOMAX 5MG TABLET or breast-feeding.
PILOMAX 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). The most common side effects of taking PILOMAX 5MG TABLET are flu-like symptoms, sweating, headache and increased urge to urinate, weakness, chills, etc. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms bother you.
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