How should I dissolve and use Pilocarpine troches?

Pilocarpine troches are dissolving lozenges for use in the mouth. Let each troche dissolve according to your prescription label. Do not chew it or swallow it whole unless the dispensing pharmacist gives you those directions. Follow your prescribing physician’s instructions for the number of troches and the timing of each dose.

The pharmacy can explain where to place the troche and whether you should avoid food or drinks while it dissolves. Do not assume that directions for a pilocarpine tablet, eye drop, or another lozenge apply to this product. Different forms can have different instructions. Never use pilocarpine eye drops in your mouth.

If you swallow a troche before it dissolves, do not automatically take another one. Ask the pharmacist what to do. Taking another dose could give you more medicine than prescribed. Also ask before cutting or splitting a troche.

These compounded medications are prepared by a licensed pharmacy for one patient and are not FDA-approved. Contact your prescriber if the troches cause mouth irritation or are difficult to use.