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Salagen
Uses
of Salagen :
PILOCARPINE
- ORAL
(pie-low-KAR-peen)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S)
Salagen
SALAGEN USES
This medication causes an increase in saliva flow. It is used
to treat dry mouth.
HOW TO USE SALAGEN
Take this medication by mouth exactly as prescribed usually
three times a day. Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Do not increase the dose or take this more often than directed
since the chance of side effects will be increased.
SALAGEN SIDE EFFECTS
Sweating, stomach upset, runny nose, flushing, chills, dizziness,
weakness, and frequent urination may occur the first few days
as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects
continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify
your doctor if you develop any of these highly unlikely symptoms:
skin rash, anxiety, mood changes, headache, vomiting, eye
pain, rapid or slowed heart rate, chest pain, tremor, breathing
trouble. This drug may affect your vision, especially at night.
Use caution driving. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
SALAGEN PRECAUTIONS
Tell your doctor if you have: gallbladder problems, urinary
tract disorders, asthma, lung disease, heart disease, psychiatric
illness, any allergies. This medication should be used only
if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication
appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
SALAGEN DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication
you may take, including: heart medication, asthma medication.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
SALAGEN OVERDOSE
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately.
SALAGEN NOTES
If this medication causes you to sweat, be sure to drink fluids
to prevent dehydration. Continue taking this medication unless
instructed differently by your doctor. It may take up to 12
weeks to notice significant improvement.
MISSED DOSE
Take this medication as directed. If you miss a dose, take
it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the
time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and
resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up"
the dose to catch up.
SALAGEN STORAGE
Store this medication at room temperature between 59 and 86
degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do
not store in the bathroom. Keep this and all medications out
of the reach of children.
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