Cevimeline (Systemic)

Brand Names : Evoxac

Proper Use of This Medicine

Dosing - The dose of cevimeline will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of cevimeline. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The number of capsules that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are taking cevimeline

• For oral dosage form (capsules):
  • For the treatment of dry mouth in patients with Sjogren's syndrome:
    • Adults - 30 milligrams three times a day
    • Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your health care professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.