Q I'm in my 60s, taking blood pressure medication and antihistamines together, and my mouth is constantly dry. Could it be from the medication?
A Various medications such as blood pressure drugs, antihistamines, and antidepressants can reduce saliva flow as a side effect. Taking several such medications together often makes dry mouth worse.
Detailed Answer
Antihistamines, certain blood pressure medications, diuretics, and antidepressants are commonly known to reduce salivary gland output. The more medications taken together, the more these effects can add up. Rather than stopping medication on your own, it is best to discuss the cause with your prescribing doctor first.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Even while continuing necessary medication, replenishing the body's fluids and supporting digestive and kidney function can help improve the underlying environment for saliva production. Korean herbal medicine is used to complement, not replace, ongoing prescription medication.
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