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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.
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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