About cevimeline
Muscarinic cholinergic agonist
Used for
- Dry mouth caused by Sjögren’s syndrome
Usual adult dose
30 mg by mouth three times daily.
Common side effects
- Excessive sweating
- Nausea
- Runny nose
- Blurred vision
Important warnings
- Use cautiously with asthma or chronic lung disease.
- May worsen heart or gallbladder problems.
- Can reduce night vision and impair driving in poor lighting.
- Dehydration may occur with heavy sweating.
Pregnancy
Use only when expected benefits outweigh potential risks; human pregnancy data are limited.
Breastfeeding
Unknown whether cevimeline passes into breast milk; effects on a nursing infant are uncertain.
Interactions
- Other medicines that increase or block cholinergic activity may alter effects.
- Beta blockers may increase the risk of slow heartbeat or fainting.
- Medicines affecting CYP2D6 or CYP3A4 may change cevimeline levels.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.