Pharmacology · single question
In a patient who already has xerostomia, which medication is best AVOIDED because it would worsen dry mouth?
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Correct answer: A. Atropine (anticholinergic)
- A. Correct. Atropine is anticholinergic and further reduces salivary secretion, worsening xerostomia.
- B. Pilocarpine is a cholinergic sialagogue used to INCREASE saliva.
- C. Saliva substitutes relieve dry mouth.
- D. Fluoride rinses help protect dry-mouth patients from caries.