Pilocarpine
Uses
Salagen, Pilocarpine is prescribed to relieve dry mouth which is sometimes called xerostomia, caused by radiotherapy to the head or neck due to cancer.
How it Works
Salagen, Pilocarpine works by increasing the secretion of saliva in the mouth. Salagen, Pilocarpine tablets stimulate the glands to produce more saliva and tears.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Salagen, Pilocarpine can include the symptoms below;
Headache,
Sweating,
Frequent urge to urinate,
Flu-like symptoms