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- A sticky or dry feeling in the mouth.
- Difficulty in chewing, swallowing, or speaking.
- A persistent sore throat.
- Frequent thirst, especially at night.
- Bad breath (halitosis).
- Cracked lips and soresin the corners of the mouth.
saliva Decongestants Pseudoephedrine, Phenylephrine Reduce secretions including saliva Antidepressants (TCAs, SSRIs) Amitriptyline, Fluoxetine, Sertraline Anticholinergic effects suppress salivary glands Antipsychotics Olanzapine, Clozapine, Haloperidol Strong anticholinergic activity Blood Pressure Medications Amlodipine, Atenolol, Hydrochlorothiazide Diuretic effect leads to dehydration Diuretics Furosemide, Spironolactone Increase fluid loss, reducing saliva Muscle Relaxants Cyclobenzaprine, Baclofen Anticholinergic side effects Bladder Medications Oxybutynin, Solifenacin Specifically designed to reduce secretions Parkinson’s Medications Trihexyphenidyl, Benztropine High anticholinergic activity Important: If you take any of these medications and experience dry mouth, do not stop your medication without medical advice. Speak to your prescribing doctor about possible alternatives or dosage adjustments. Your dentist can help manage the oral health consequences.
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