Re: Treatment of Drooling

["Byron, Sara" <sbyron@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Our doctor had suggested that we put up with the drooling as long as
possible, but then we would consider "Probanthene" ,(my spelling is
phonetic) - has anyone used this?   Our problem with drying up the saliva
has always been dementia - but supposedly this won't cause them.

This issue for us is really for social occasions - it's not always cool to
drool at a restaurant.  Perhaps we should try for a cultural change that
would make  it a complement to the cook?

Sara Byron
Sara.Byron@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx


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>Our doctor informed us that a new medication is now available that can help
>persons who drool.  The drug, atropine sulfate 0.4 mg tablets, is indicated
>to reduce salivation and is administered every 6 hours as needed.
>
>He mentioned that he is careful in prescribing this drug to persons of our
>advanced age because of its contraindications and potential side effects.
>Nevertheless, for those whom the benefits exceed the potential risks, he
said
>relief may occur because the salivary glands are reportedly very sensitive
to
>this drug.
>
>Its helpful to be aware of new ways to treat this vexing problem. I would
>appreciate your thoughts.  Thank you.
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