SALAGEN Tablets 5mg [Brand Name]

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Active ingredient
Pilocarpine hydrochloride
Brand name medicine
SALAGEN
Effects of this medicine
・This medicine directly acts on muscarinic M3 receptors in salivary gland to prompt saliva secretion. It consequently improves symptoms of dry mouth and also improves symptoms such as difficulty in talking or swallowing.
・It is usually used to improve dry mouth symptoms associated with radiation therapy to the head and neck and in patients with Sjogren's syndrome.
Dosing schedule (How to take this medicine)
・In general, for adults, take 1 tablet (5 mg of the active ingredient) at a time, three times daily, after meal (avoid taking on an empty stomach, take within 30 minutes after meal). Strictly follow the instructions.
・If you miss a dose and realize that over 30 minutes after meal, skip the missed dose and follow your regular dosing schedule. You should never take two doses at one time.
Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist

・If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines or foods.
・If you have: heart disease, bronchial asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, gastrointestinal obstruction or obstruction of the urinary bladder, epilepsy, parkinsonism or Parkinson's disease, iritis, edema or pain in salivary gland, interstitial pneumonia, pancreatitis, hypersensitive enteropathy, peptic ulcer, gallbladder disorder or gallstone, stone formation (in urinary tract, kidney), prostatic hyperplasia or hyperthyroidism.
・If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
・If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)
Precautions while taking this medicine

・This medicine may cause visual impairment due to constricted pupil. Pay close attention in driving a car during the night and operating dangerous machinery in a dark place.
・This medicine may cause excess sweating. Be sure to intake enough water to avoid dehydration.
・For healthcare professional use only
Storage conditions and other information
・Keep out the reach of children. Store away from heat and moisture.
・Discard the remainder. Do not store them. If you don't know how to discard, consult your pharmacy or medical institution about how to discard them. Do not give this medicine to anyone else.