Antisialagogues are drugs or substances that decrease the flow rate of saliva and their effect is opposite to that of sialagogues.[1] Their origin may be both natural and synthetic.
Anticholinergics generally have antisialagogue effects, and most produce some level of sedation, both being advantageous in surgical procedures.[2]
Classic antisialagogues[1] include:
![]() | This drug article relating to the gastrointestinal system is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |