EVOXAC USES:
Evoxac Capsule 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).
OTHER USES:
Evoxac may also be used for dry mouth symptoms due to other causes.
HOW TO USE:
Evoxac is taken by mouth, usually three times a day. Evoxac 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.
SIDE EFFECTS OF EVOXAC:
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.
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). Evoxac 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 evoxac in the
elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the
drug. Evoxac 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.
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.
NOTES:
Do not share evoxac with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests
may be performed to monitor your progress.
MISSED DOSE:
If you miss a evoxac 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 evoxac capsule 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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