Salagen (Pilocarpine) Tablet
Generic
Pilocarpine (Generic Equivalent to Salagen)
Salagen Tablet is used for treatment of dry mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer. It works by reducing abnormal dryness of the mouth which makes speaking and swallowing easier.
Salagen Tablet should be taken in dose and duration as advised by the doctor. This medicine can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at the same time of each day to get maximum benefit from it. Do not stop taking this medicine without speaking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
The common side effects include sweating, frequent urge to urinate and chills. If you experience such symptoms that persist or worsen or any other symptoms which you think may be due to this medicine, please inform your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or suffering from liver or kidney diseases as dose adjustment may be required. It is not advised to drive after taking this medicine as it may decrease your alertness making you feel dizzy and can affect your vision.
Uses Of Salagen Tablet
- Dry mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer
Benefits Of Salagen Tablet
In Dry Mouth After Radiotherapy Of Head And Neck Cancer
Radiation therapy to the head, face, or neck may also cause dry mouth. It can take 6 months or longer after radiation therapy ends for the salivary glands to start producing saliva again. Salagen Tablet helps to increase the secretions of body fluids, particularly saliva and this helps to improve dry mouth due to radiation therapy. Take it as prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit.
Side Effects Of Salagen Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common Side Effects Of Salagen
- Sweating
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Chills
How To Use Salagen Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Salagen Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Salagen Tablet Works
Salagen Tablet is a cholinergic agonist. It works by stimulating certain nerves and glands in your body thereby increasing the production of saliva, tears, sweat, digestive juices and other secretions.
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