Prescription Required

Pilomax Tablet 10s

by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Pilocarpine (5mg)

₹78₹71

9% off
Pilomax Tablet 10s

Introduction to Pilomax Tablet 10s

It belongs to the class of drugs known as cholinergic agonists. It is used to treat dry mouth that occurs after radiotherapy for head and neck cancer.

This medicine works by stimulating certain nerves and glands in your body, which increases the production of saliva, tears, sweat, digestive juices, and other secretions.

Use it in dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Safety Advice for Pilomax Tablet 10s

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with this drug. Please consult your doctor.

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It 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.

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It is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

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It may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

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It should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of this drug may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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It should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of this drug may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

How Pilomax Tablet 10s 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.

How To Use Pilomax Tablet 10s

  • 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.

Benefits Of Pilomax Tablet 10s

  • It helps increase saliva production.

Side Effects Of Pilomax Tablet 10s

  • Sweating
  • Frequent urge to urinate
  • Chills

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FAQ's on Pilomax Tablet 10s

Does Pilomax cause blurred vision/hair loss?

Yes, Pilomax causes blurred vision. But it does not cause hair loss

How does Pilomax affect heart rate?

Pilomax decreases heart rate by increasing the effect of a chemical called as acetylcholine

Does Pilomax help dry eyes?

Yes, Pilomax helps dry eyes by increasing the production of tears

Does Pilomax increase or decrease heart rate?

Pilomax can decrease the heart rate. However, it does not increase the heart rate

Does Pilomax cause weight gain/increase blood pressure?

Pilomax increases blood pressure. However, no clinically relevant effect on weight has been reported with the use of Pilomax

How does Pilomax lower intraocular pressure?

Pilomax lowers intraocular pressure by constricting the ciliary muscle of the eyes, therefore increasing the outflow of fluid (aqueous humor) from posterior part of the eye.

Does Pilomax work?

Pilomax acts by increasing the activity of chemical acetylcholine, thereby, increasing the secretion from various glands including salivary glands and tear glands. Due to its cholinergic effect, it also constricts the pupil of the eye and improves the outflow of aqueous humor (fluid in within the eye) contributing to reduction in eyeball pressure

Prescription Required

Pilomax Tablet 10s

by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Pilocarpine (5mg)

₹78₹71

9% off
Pilomax Tablet 10s

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