Pilotbg Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

All Details About Pilotbg Tablet

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

Description:

Pilotbg 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.

Pilotbg 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.

Pilotbg 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 Pilotbg Tablet, inform your doctor.

Earlier taking Pilotbg 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. Pilotbg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

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 Pilotbg

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 Pilotbg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pilotbg Tablet 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pilotbg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Pilotbg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Pilotbg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pilotbg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Pilotbg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pilotbg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Pilotbg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

FAQs:

What is Pilotbg Tablet used for?

Pilotbg 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 Pilotbg Tablet?

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

What should I tell my doctor before taking Pilotbg Tablet?

Earlier taking Pilotbg 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 Pilotbg Tablet during Pilotbg Tablet treatment?

You should call your doctor right away if you have experienced serious side effects of Pilotbg 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 Pilotbg Tablet?

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

How long does it take for Pilotbg Tablet to work?

The exact time Pilotbg 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 Pilotbg Tablet safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

The safety of Pilotbg Tablet during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been well established. Consult your doctor before using Pilotbg 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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