It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pilogen. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pilogen may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pilogen is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE
Pilogen may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION
Pilogen should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pilogen may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Pilogen should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pilogen may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Pilogen is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Medicine Overview of Pilogen 5mg Tablet
Introduction
Pilogen 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. Pilogen 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...
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Uses of Pilogen
Dry mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer
Side effects of Pilogen
Common
Sweating
Frequent urge to urinate
Chills
How to use Pilogen
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. Pilogen may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Pilogen works
Pilogen 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.
What if you forget to take Pilogen?
If you miss a dose of Pilogen, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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