Pilocarpine : How to Use

Pilocarpine - Systemic

Brand Names

Salagen Pilocarpine *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects

How to Use

Take this drug only as directed. Do not take it more often and do not take a larger dose than directed. To do so may increase the risk of side effects .

It is important that you visit your dentist regularly even though this drug may make your dry mouth feel better. Having a dry mouth condition makes you more likely to have dental and other mouth problems.

Dosage

The dose of pilocarpine will be various for various diseaseds Follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average dose of pilocarpine If your dose is various, do not change it unless your family doctor tells you to do so.

For oral dosage form - tablets:
- For dryness of eyes:
  - Adults 5 milligrams - mg three or four times a day.
- For dryness of mouth and throat:
  - Adults 5milligrams - mg three or four times a day.
  - Children Use and dose must be determined by your family doctor.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, 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 dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage To store this drug:

Keep out of the reach of children .
Store away from heat and direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the drug to break down.
Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.