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cevimeline

Muscarinic agonist · Muscarinic Agonist

Muscarinic agonistMuscarinic Agonist
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
not curated
INTERACTIONS
1 major
SEVERE in our sources
PREGNANCY
not curated
Top interactions
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Mechanism

Has a long-lasting sialogogic action on lacrimal and salivary glands. Preferentially activates M1 and M3 receptors.

Indications

Xerostomia due to Sjögren syndrome

Dosing

Adult
30 mg three times daily

Side effects

Common
Fewer side effects and better patient compliance than pilocarpine may be observed

Drug interactions

Siponimod
Severe
Database

Drug interaction classified as: synergy

Source: DDInter

11 additional low-confidence interactions hidden — those rows lack a documented mechanism or management plan in our sources.

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Sources: Goodman & Gilman 14e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team