Cevimeline
Cevimeline treats dry mouth patients with Sjogren's syndrome. May impair your vision, especially at night and could impair your ability to drive safely.
Cevimeline Overview
Cevimeline is a prescription medication used to treat dry mouth in patients with Sjogren's syndrome. In Sjogren's syndrome the immune system attacks the glands that make tears and saliva. It may also affect the joints, lungs, kidneys, blood vessels, digestive organs and nerves. Cevimeline belongs to a group of drugs called cholinergic agonists. It works by increasing the amount of saliva in the mouth.
This medication comes in capsule form. It is usually taken 3 times a day.
Common side effects include sweating, nausea, and runny nose.
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Uses of Cevimeline
Cevimeline is a prescription medication used to treat dry mouth in patients with Sjogren's syndrome.
This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Cevimeline Brand Names
Cevimeline may be found in some form under the following brand names:
Cevimeline Drug Class
Cevimeline is part of the drug class:
Side Effects of Cevimeline
Common side effects include:
- excessive sweating
- nausea
- runny nose
- diarrhea
This is not a complete list of cevimeline side effects. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.