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Tag: Sialorrhea

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What medications can cause drooling? A guide to drug-induced sialorrhea

5 min read
According to a review of psychotropic agents, excessive drooling, or sialorrhea, is a common and distressing side effect for many psychiatric patients, with clozapine being the most commonly implicated antipsychotic. This article explores **what medications can cause drooling** and the underlying pharmacological mechanisms.

A Patient Guide: How to Use Glycopyrrolate Oral Solution

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According to clinical trial data, glycopyrrolate oral solution is effective in reducing severe drooling associated with neurological conditions in children aged 3 to 16. For successful treatment, it is crucial to understand precisely **how to use glycopyrrolate oral solution**, including correct measurement, timing, and monitoring for side effects.

Understanding What Medication is Used to Reduce Saliva and Manage Sialorrhea

4 min read
Affecting up to 80% of Parkinson's disease patients at some point, excessive drooling, or sialorrhea, is a common and often challenging symptom of many neurological conditions. So, what medication is used to reduce saliva? The approach depends on the underlying cause, severity, and patient-specific factors, with options ranging from oral tablets to targeted injections.

Sialorrhea Explained: What Drugs Cause Excess Saliva?

4 min read
Sialorrhea, or excessive salivation, is a side effect reported by 30% to 80% of patients taking the antipsychotic drug clozapine [1.3.2, 1.8.1]. Understanding what drugs cause excess saliva is the first step toward managing this often embarrassing and uncomfortable condition.

What can I take to stop too much saliva?: Medications and Treatments

4 min read
Excessive saliva, or sialorrhea, can be a symptom of underlying neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease, affecting up to 84% of individuals. Whether from overproduction or impaired swallowing, managing this condition often requires a combination of pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches. A doctor can help determine what can I take to stop too much saliva and suggest the most effective treatment for your specific situation.

What is rubinol?: Unveiling Glycopyrrolate's Medical Uses (Robinul)

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While 'rubinol' is a common misspelling, the correct brand name is Robinul, a medication containing the active ingredient glycopyrrolate. First approved by the FDA in 1961, this anticholinergic medication has a long history of use for managing various conditions, most notably peptic ulcers, and is still used today for several specific indications.