A sialogogue is a substance, especially a medication, that increases the flow rate of saliva. The term applies specifically to medications and other agents that actively stimulate salivary secretion, as distinct from foods that simply cause the mouth to water.
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A sialogogue is a substance, especially a medication, that increases the flow rate of saliva.
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