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Do you know what works better than salagen (pilocarpine) for radiation induced xerostomia?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

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Evoxac (cevimeline): is another pharmacological agent often used for the treatment of radiation-induced xerostomia. Ask your doctor for more information.

Answered 8/18/2015

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