Lancashire and South Cumbria
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12 Ear, nose and oropharynx

This chapter of the formulary is under continual development, please let the team know if you have any comments about the contents: mlcsu.lscformulary@nhs.net. 

For more information about the formulary development process, please see: https://www.lancsmmg.nhs.uk/lancashire-and-south-cumbria-icb-formulary-development/

12-03-05 Systemic treatment

Pilocarpine Salagen®
Formulary

Tablets 5mg

Radiation-induced xerostomia, Sjogren’s syndrome 

When 1st line topical agents have not been effective

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Pilocarpine 4% drops
Formulary

Dry mouth associated with opioids, radiation therapy and other medicines used in palliative/end of life care.

Sjogrens Syndrome for severe cases that are unresponsive to pastilles and/or artificial saliva spray.

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