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A pilot study of Salix SST (saliva-stimulating lozenges) in post-irradiation xerostomia
F Senahayake1, K Piggott, J M Hamilton-Miller
1Department of Radiotherapy, Royal Free Hampstead NHS Trust, London.
Current Medical Research and Opinion
|October 27, 1998
Abstract:
Relief from the effects of radiation-induced xerostomia resulting from use of saliva-stimulating lozenges (Salix) has been subjectively evaluated. Ten patients took Salix as required for 7 days; and self-assessed using analogue scales before and after treatment. There was a marked and statistically significant improvement in the dryness and general comfort of the mouth, and beneficial effects on eating, sleeping and speech.