Lancashire and South Cumbria
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12 Ear, nose and oropharynx

 

Several medicines in the ear, nose and oropharynx chapter are available for purchase over the counter and may be appropriate for self care. Please consult the local OTC policy for more details
12-03-05 Systemic treatment

Pilocarpine
Formulary

Tablets 5mg
Eye drops 4% (oral use - unlicensed route)

Dry mouth associated with opioids, radiation therapy, other medicines used in palliative/end of life care, Sjogren’s syndrome.

For use when first line topical agents have not been effective.

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