Pilocarpine Hydrochloride and Pindolol

• Generic Name: pilocarpine ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Pilocar, Pilopine-HS, Pilostat, Isopto Carpine, Adsorbocarpine, Pilagan with C Cap, Ocu-Carpine, Ocusert, Piloptic-1/2, Piloptic-1, Akarpine, Piloptic-2, Piloptic-3, Piloptic-4, Piloptic-6

Symptomatic treatment of radiation-induced dry mouth (xerostomia) in patients with head and neck cancer.

Symptomatic treatment of dry mouth in patients with Sjögren syndrome.

There are few comparative studies of pilocarpine and cevimeline (a similar muscarinic agonist). Although both drugs can increase salivary flow and improve symptoms of dry mouth, adverse effects may differ based on differences in selectivity and affinity for muscarinic receptors. (See Actions.)

• Generic Name: pindolol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Visken

Pindolol is a beta-blocker that affects the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).

Pindolol is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

Pindolol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.