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Salagen
SALAGEN
(pilocarpine hydrochloride) Tablet, Film Coated
DRUG DESCRIPTION
SALAGEN® Tablets contain pilocarpine hydrochloride, a cholinergic agonist for oral use. Pilocarpine hydrochloride is a hygroscopic, odorless, bitter tasting white crystal or powder which is soluble in water and alcohol and virtually insoluble in most non-polar solvents. Pilocarpine hydrochloride, with a chemical name of (3S-cis)-2(3H)-Furanone, 3-ethyl-dihydro-4-[(1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methyl] mono-hydrochloride, has a molecular weight of 244.72.
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Each 5 mg SALAGEN® Tablet for oral administration contains 5 mg of pilocarpine hydrochloride. Inactive ingredients in the tablet, the tablet's film coating, and polishing are: carnauba wax, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, titanium dioxide and other ingredients.
Each 7.5 mg SALAGEN® Tablet for oral administration contains 7.5 mg of pilocarpine hydrochloride. Inactive ingredients in the tablet, the tablet's film coating, and polishing are: carnauba wax, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, titanium dioxide, FD&C blue#2 aluminum lake, and other ingredients.
What are the possible side effects of pilocarpine (Salagen)?
Stop taking pilocarpine and seek emergency medical attention if you experience any of the following uncommon but serious side effects:
- an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
- difficulty breathing;
- irregular heartbeats;
- eye pain; or
- confusion or changes in mental status or behavior.
Other, less serious side effects may also occur. Continue to take pilocarpine and talk to your doctor if you experience
- changes in vision;
- increased...
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Last reviewed on RxList: 4/16/2012
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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