Pilomax 5mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Pilocarpine 5 mg
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
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
Uses
OF PILOMAX 5MG TABLETManages dry mouth or eyes: induced by radiotherapy given for head and neck cancer occurring in Sjögren’s syndrome
How It Works
PILOMAX 5MG TABLET makes your body produce more saliva, tears, sweat, gastric juices and mucus by stimulating certain nerves and glands in your body.
Directions for Use
Always take PILOMAX 5MG TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow with a glass of water and do not crush or chew it. Try to take your medicines at intervals spread out evenly over the day (Ex. take your first dose in the morning, next in the afternoon and one in the evening). Correct dose and duration will be decided by your doctor depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. Do not stop taking PILOMAX 5MG TABLET unless your doctor advises you to stop.
Side Effects
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. USES OF PILOMAX 5MG TABLETManages dry mouth or eyes: induced by radiotherapy given for head and neck cancer occurring in Sjögren’s syndrome HOW PILOMAX 5MG TABLET WORKSPILOMAX 5MG TABLET makes your body produce more saliva, tears, sweat, gastric juices and mucus by stimulating certain nerves and glands in your body. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways take PILOMAX 5MG TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow with a glass of water and do not crush or chew it. Try to take your medicines at intervals spread out evenly over the day (Ex. take your first dose in the morning, next in the afternoon and one in the evening). Correct dose and duration will be decided by your doctor depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. Do not stop taking PILOMAX 5MG TABLET unless your doctor advises you to stop. SIDE EFFECTS OF PILOMAX 5MG TABLETCOMMON flu-like symptoms excessive sweating or salivation headache, dizziness increased urge to urinate fatigue, weakness chills, runny nose allergic reactions like rash and itching nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, indigestion flushing (redness of the face and the body) high blood pressure, palpitations (throbbing heartbeat) red, swollen, painful or watery eyes UNCOMMON sudden need to urinate flatulence (gas) RAREStop taking PILOMAX 5MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: confusion, agitation, depression vision abnormalities chest pain, a rapid heartbeat, racing pulse severe pain in your stomach or abdomen allergic reaction (skin rash, hives, itching or swollen eyes, face, lips, tongue or throat, trouble swallowing or breathing)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYPILOMAX 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless considered clearly necessary. Women should use appropriate contraceptive measures to avoid pregnancy while taking PILOMAX 5MG TABLET. Consult your doctor for advice. BREASTFEEDINGPILOMAX 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor for advice. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy, have problems seeing well at night or other vision problems after taking PILOMAX 5MG TABLET. KIDNEYPILOMAX 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having uncontrolled kidney disease. PILOMAX 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having other kidney problems like renal insufficiency or kidney stones. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERIf you have cirrhosis (liver disorder), your doctor will prescribe the right dose of PILOMAX 5MG TABLET depending on how you respond to> management. Consult your doctor for advice. ALLERGYDo not take PILOMAX 5MG TABLET if you are allergic to Pilocarpine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSPILOMAX 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having uncontrolled asthma. PILOMAX 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having other lung problems such as chronic bronchitis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. HEART DISEASEPILOMAX 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having uncontrolled heart disease. PILOMAX 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having serious heart problems like heart failure or irregular pulse. Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSPILOMAX 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have any problem where you can't let the pupil of the eye to constrict (Ex. an acute iris inflammation) have a chronic disease which can worsen because of this management Before taking PILOMAX 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have gallbladder or bile duct problems (Ex. gallstones) have stomach or intestinal ulcers have eye problems (Ex. narrow-angle glaucoma) have cognitive problems (difficulties in learning, memory, perception and problem solving) have mental problems Use in Pediatrics: PILOMAX 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Consult your child’s doctor for advice.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking PILOMAX 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: medicines used to manage high blood pressure, heart problems or eye problems (Ex. atenolol, propranolol, timolol, irbesartan) medicines used to manage asthma (Ex. ipratropium, tiotropium) medicine used for diarrhoea (Ex. atropine) medicines used to manage glaucoma, nervous system or mental diseases or Alzheimer’s disease (Ex. adrenaline, isoprenaline, dopamine) medicines used to speed up gastric or intestinal passage (Ex. bethanechol, domperidone) medicines used to manage blood clotting (Ex. warfarin, dicoumarol) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of PILOMAX 5MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are stomach cramps, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, unwanted passage of stool and urine, sweating, salivation, increased secretion from the bronchi, shrinking of eye pupil, slow heartbeat, low blood pressure, muscle spasms, twitching or general weakness. SYNOPSIS Drug : Pilocarpine Pharmacological Category : Cholinergic drugs Therapeutic Indication : Xerostomia (dry mouth), dry eyes Dosage Forms : Tablet, Eye drops, Ophthalmic solution, Injection MORE INFORMATION Keep PILOMAX 5MG TABLET out of reach of children Do not store above 25°C
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Last Updated
07 Dec 2022