Pilogen

Pilogen 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. Pilogen 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.

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. Pilogen may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Pilogen 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.

If you miss a dose of Pilogen, 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.