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Follow up question I’ve been trying to get to your schedule, but I’m not there yet. Questions though you and those who take civemeline ((sp?) … at times it seems like I have too much saliva, but the saliva doesn’t feel like real saliva. It feels it has more of a mucousy feel I’m wondering what others who take this feel. I thought I read either at this website or this the advocacy site, but this saliva doesn’t protect teeth, is that accurate? My dentist is prescribing fluoride treatment daily. I’m responding to one person, but I’m happy to hear from any others who have Sjogrens and take this medication.

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@cblue This information from Mayo Clinic lists the problems and side effects of cevimeline. Keep this list handy because it says which problems are reportable to your doctor.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/cevimeline-oral-route/precautions/drg-20062661?p=1#:~:text=This%20medicine%20may%20cause%20blurred,cause%20kidney%20or%20gallbladder%20problems.
From what I have read, when you take cevimeline ,the saliva produced is from your own glands and is no different. It may feel or be thicker—that is why drinking plenty of water is advised.
How long have you been taking cevimeline?