Pilostat

Pilostat Overview

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Pilocarpine is a prescription medication used to treat the symptoms of dry mouth for those with certain conditions. Pilocarpine belongs to a group of medications called cholinergic agonists. These work by increasing the amount of saliva in the mouth.

This medication comes in tablet form and is taken 2 to 4 times a day, with or without food.

Common side effects of pilocarpine include sweating, nausea, dizziness, and visual disturbances. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how pilocarpine affects you.

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What are you taking Pilostat for?

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  • Other
  • Head And Neck Neoplasms
  • Mydriasis
  • Xerostomia

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  • A couple weeks
  • A month or so
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Pilocarpine

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Pilostat Drug Class

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