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Pilomax Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Pilomax Tablet 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.
Pilomax Tablet 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 such symptoms that persist or worsen or any other symptoms which you think may be due to this medicine, please inform your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or suffering from liver or kidney diseases as dose adjustment may be required. It is not advised to drive after taking this medicine as it may decrease your alertness making you feel dizzy and can affect your vision.
Pilomax Tablet 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 such symptoms that persist or worsen or any other symptoms which you think may be due to this medicine, please inform your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or suffering from liver or kidney diseases as dose adjustment may be required. It is not advised to drive after taking this medicine as it may decrease your alertness making you feel dizzy and can affect your vision.
Uses of Pilomax Tablet
Benefits of Pilomax Tablet
In Dry mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer
Radiation therapy to the head, face, or neck may also cause dry mouth. It can take 6 months or longer after radiation therapy ends for the salivary glands to start producing saliva again. Pilomax Tablet helps to increase the secretions of body fluids, particularly saliva and this helps to improve dry mouth due to radiation therapy. Take it as prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Pilomax Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Pilomax
- Sweating
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Chills
How to use Pilomax Tablet
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. Pilomax Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Pilomax Tablet works
Pilomax Tablet 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pilomax Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pilomax Tablet 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pilomax Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Pilomax Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Pilomax Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pilomax Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Pilomax Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pilomax Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Pilomax Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Pilomax Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Pilomax Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Pilomax Tablet, 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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Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alkaloids Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Cholinomimetic Alkaloids- Pilocarpine
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Pilomax Tablet
Thrice A Day
80%
Twice A Day
20%
What are you using Pilomax Tablet for?
Others
59%
Dry mouth aft*
41%
*Dry mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
46%
Average
35%
Poor
19%
What were the side-effects while using Pilomax Tablet?
No Side Effec*
46%
Sweating
15%
Frequent urge*
15%
Chills
8%
Flu-like symp*
8%
*No Side Effect, Frequent urge to urinate, Flu-like symptoms
How do you take Pilomax Tablet?
With food
71%
With or witho*
29%
*With or without food
Please rate Pilomax Tablet on price
Average
58%
Not Expensive
25%
Expensive
17%
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Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1120-21.
- PubChem. Pilocarpine. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Pilocarpine hydrochloride. Luxembourg: Merus Labs Luxco S.a.R.L.; 2001 [revised 01 Apr. 2016]. [Accessed 28 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: June, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Pilomax Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: June, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Pilomax Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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