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Uses of Evoxac :
CEVIMELINE - ORAL
(seh-VIMM-eh-leen)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S)
Evoxac
EVOXAC USES
This medication is used to treat the symptom of dry mouth in patients
with Sjogren's Syndrome. Cevimeline increases the activity of glands
in the mouth and skin (e.g., salivary and sweat glands).
EVOXAC OTHER USES
This medication may also be used for dry mouth symptoms due to other
causes.
HOW TO USE EVOXAC
This medication is taken by mouth, usually three times a day. It
may be taken with or without food but is best absorbed on an empty
stomach. If unusual sweating occurs while taking this medication,
drink extra water throughout the day and consult your doctor or
pharmacist.
EVOXAC SIDE EFFECTS
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive sweating, rash, headache,
runny nose, cough, drowsiness, hot flashes, blurred vision, or trouble
sleeping may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your
doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these serious
side effects: trouble breathing, fever, sore throat, painful or
frequent urination, unusual joint or muscle pain. Tell your doctor
immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects:
chest pain, irregular heartbeat, easy bruising or bleeding, yellowing
eyes or skin, stomach pain, mental/mood changes. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
EVOXAC PRECAUTIONS
Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies, liver
or heart disease, breathing problems (e.g., asthma, bronchitis,
COPD), eye problems (e.g., glaucoma, acute iritis), kidney stones,
gall bladder problems (gall stones). This drug may make you dizzy
or cause vision problems; use caution engaging in activities requiring
alertness such as driving or using machinery especially at night
or in poor light. Caution is advised when using this drug in the
elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the
drug. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during
pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is
not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Because of
the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this
drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
EVOXAC DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication
you use, especially of: beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol, metoprolol),
SSRI antidepressants (e.g., fluoxetine, paroxetine,), amiodarone,
quinidine, indinavir, haloperidol, terbinafine, ticlopidine. Do
not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
EVOXAC OVERDOSE
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
irregular heartbeat, severe diarrhea, nausea, sweating, vision changes.
EVOXAC NOTES
Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical
tests may be performed to monitor your progress.
EVOXAC MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near
the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your
usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
EVOXAC STORAGE
Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from
light and moisture. Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15
to 30 degrees C) is permitted.
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