Medications That Cause Dry Mouth As an Adverse Effect in Older People: A Systematic Review and Metaanalysis.

Edwin C K TanDuangjai LexomboonGunilla Sandborgh-EnglundYlva HaasumKristina Johnell

Published in: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society (2017)

Medication use was significantly associated with xerostomia and salivary gland hypofunction in older adults. The risk of dry mouth was greatest for drugs used for urinary incontinence. Future research should develop a risk score for medication-induced dry mouth to assist with prescribing and medication management.

Keyphrases

urinary incontinence
adverse drug
healthcare
primary care
physical activity
high glucose
current status
emergency department
endothelial cells