Product introduction
Pericarpine 5mg 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.
Pericarpine 5mg 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.
Pericarpine 5mg 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 Pericarpine 5mg Tablet, inform your doctor.
Before taking Pericarpine 5mg 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 of Pericarpine Tablet
- Dry mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer
- Treatment of Sjogren’s Syndrome
Benefits of Pericarpine Tablet
In Dry mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer
Radiation therapy to the head, face, or neck may also cause dry mouth. It can take 6 months or longer after radiation therapy ends for the salivary glands to start producing saliva again. Pericarpine 5mg Tablet helps to increase the secretions of body fluids, particularly saliva and this helps to improve dry mouth due to radiation therapy. Take it as prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit.
In Treatment of Sjogren’s Syndrome
Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease characterized by dry mouth and dry eyes. Pericarpine 5mg Tablet helps relieve dry mouth in Sjögren’s syndrome by stimulating natural saliva. This improves oral comfort, reduces difficulties in speaking and swallowing, and prevents dental issues caused by dryness. Restoring moisture balance helps improve daily comfort, boosts confidence, and improves overall quality of life for individuals with Sjögren’s syndrome.
Side effects of Pericarpine Tablet
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
Common side effects of Pericarpine
- Sweating
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Chills
- Vomiting
- Nausea
How to use Pericarpine Tablet
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. Pericarpine 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Pericarpine Tablet works
Pericarpine 5mg Tablet 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pericarpine 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Pericarpine 5mg 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
Pericarpine 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Pericarpine 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Pericarpine 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Pericarpine 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of Pericarpine 5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Pericarpine 5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Pericarpine Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Pericarpine 5mg Tablet, 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.
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Quick tips
- Inform your doctor if you have eye inflammation, suffer from asthma, liver, kidney, or heart diseases, Parkinson’s disease, stomach ulcer, have problems in passing urine, high blood pressure, or narrow-angle glaucoma (increased eyeball pressure due to obstruction to the outflow of fluid).
- Drink sufficient water to reduce dehydration due to excessive sweating caused by Pericarpine 5mg Tablet.
- The back layer of your eye (fundus) may be examined before starting this medicine.
- You may be regularly monitored for visual fields and intraocular pressure on long-term therapy with pilocarpine for glaucoma.
- Do not drive or operate machinery as pilocarpine causes dizziness and blurring of vision, especially at night.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alkaloid derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Cholinomimetic Alkaloids- Pilocarpine
Interaction with drugs
Taking Pericarpine with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Pilocarpine may increase the effect of Donepezil.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Pilocarpine may increase the effect of Galantamine.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Pericarpine 5mg Tablet used for?
Pericarpine 5mg 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 Pericarpine 5mg Tablet?
You should avoid taking Pericarpine 5mg Tablet if you have uncontrolled asthma, are allergic to pilocarpine (active medicine in Pericarpine 5mg Tablet), and have certain eye problems like narrow-angle glaucoma or inflammation of the iris (iritis).
What should I tell my doctor before taking Pericarpine 5mg Tablet?
Before taking Pericarpine 5mg 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 Pericarpine 5mg Tablet during Pericarpine 5mg Tablet treatment?
You should call your doctor right away if you have experienced serious side effects of Pericarpine 5mg 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 Pericarpine 5mg Tablet?
It is advisable to limit alcohol consumption while taking Pericarpine 5mg Tablet, as alcohol can increase the risk of certain side effects, such as dizziness and drowsiness.
How long does it take for Pericarpine 5mg Tablet to work?
The exact time Pericarpine 5mg 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 Pericarpine 5mg Tablet safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
The safety of Pericarpine 5mg Tablet during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been well established. Consult your doctor before using Pericarpine 5mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
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