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What is commonly used otc to control drooling?
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Cold/allergy meds: Decongestants and anti-histamines but decongestants can worsen anxiety. Both tend to dry out secretions. Older otc anti-histamines (short acting) dry out more (such as diphenhydramine) but may worsen memory and cause drowsiness.
Answered 5/6/2015
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Non: Drooling is big psychological concern. No otc medication is effective. You need constant effort to close your mouth and swallow your saliva regularly . A speech therapist will help teach you what to do. Practice closing your mouth and swallowing your saliva regularly.
Answered 1/13/2016
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