Pharmacology · single question
Which of the following drugs does NOT typically cause xerostomia (dry mouth)?
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Correct answer: D. Zoledronate
- A. Tricyclic antidepressants strongly cause dry mouth (anticholinergic).
- B. Antihistamines like diphenhydramine cause dry mouth (anticholinergic).
- C. Atropine is a classic anticholinergic causing marked xerostomia.
- D. Correct. Zoledronate (a bisphosphonate) is not anticholinergic and does not characteristically cause xerostomia.