Introduction

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.\n\nPilogen 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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nInform 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.

Uses of Pilogen

Dry mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer

Side effects of Pilogen

Sweating
Frequent urge to urinate
Chills

How to use Pilogen

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.

How Pilogen works

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.

What if you forget to take Pilogen?

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.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pilogen. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Pilogen 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Pilogen is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Pilogen may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Pilogen should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pilogen may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Pilogen should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pilogen may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Pilogen is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.