pILOMAX Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: March 17th, 2026

pILOMAX Tablet is a product of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Composition: Pilocarpine (5mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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All Details About pILOMAX Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about pILOMAX Tablet

Description:

pILOMAX Tablet is used for the treatment of dry mouth after radiotherapy for head and neck cancer. It also helps manage dry mouth in individuals with Sjögren’s syndrome. It works by reducing abnormal dryness of the mouth, which makes speaking and swallowing easier.

pILOMAX Tablet is generally administered by a healthcare professional in the hospital or in a clinical setting. You should not self-administer this medicine at home.

pILOMAX Tablet may cause a few side effects, such as sweating, frequent urge to urinate, vomiting, nausea, and chills. If you experience such symptoms that persist or worsen, or any other symptoms that you think may be due to pILOMAX Tablet, inform your doctor.

Earlier taking pILOMAX Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any underlying health conditions associated with the heart, lungs, kidneys, or liver. Also, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses:

Dry mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer
Treatment of Sjogren’s Syndrome

Directions For Use:

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.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of pILOMAX

Sweating
Frequent urge to urinate
Chills
Vomiting
Nausea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with pILOMAX Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of pILOMAX Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of pILOMAX Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

pILOMAX Tablet may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

pILOMAX Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

pILOMAX Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Employ of pILOMAX Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

FAQs:

What is pILOMAX Tablet used for?

pILOMAX Tablet is used to treat dry mouth in radiation treatment for head and neck cancer, and in Sjögren’s syndrome (an autoimmune condition manifesting dry mouth). It helps stimulate and increase saliva production in the mouth providing relief from dryness.

When should I avoid taking pILOMAX Tablet?

You should avoid taking pILOMAX Tablet if you have uncontrolled asthma, are allergic to pilocarpine (active medicine in pILOMAX Tablet), and have certain eye problems like narrow-angle glaucoma or inflammation of the iris (iritis).

What should I tell my doctor before taking pILOMAX Tablet?

Earlier taking pILOMAX Tablet, let your doctor know if you have heart problems, lung diseases like asthma or COPD, liver issues, gallbladder or urinary problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding, and/or taking other medicines, especially for heart, breathing, or mental health.

What are the serious side effects of pILOMAX Tablet during pILOMAX Tablet treatment?

You should call your doctor right away if you have experienced serious side effects of pILOMAX Tablet such as trouble breathing, wheezing, or a tight chest, fast or irregular heartbeat, severe stomach pain or vomiting, severe dizziness or fainting, and/or blurry vision, especially at night.

Can I drink alcohol while taking pILOMAX Tablet?

It is advisable to limit alcohol consumption while taking pILOMAX Tablet, as alcohol can increase the risk of certain side effects, such as dizziness and drowsiness.

How long does it take for pILOMAX Tablet to work?

The exact time pILOMAX Tablet takes to show its effect is not known. However, you may start noticing improvement in the symptoms within a week while the full benefit may take several weeks of continuous use. Be patient and follow your doctor's instructions regarding the duration of treatment.

Is pILOMAX Tablet safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

The safety of pILOMAX Tablet during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been well established. Consult your doctor before using pILOMAX Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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