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>The Q&A column in the current issue of the APDA newsletter talks >about Robinul as a (prescription) medication to decrease excessive >saliva production. Does anyone have experience with this med? >Ann Gibbons cg/Joe/65/2 Sure do. I used to take Robinul for pylorospasms - which were so severe that I prefer any pain in comparison. The Robinul relieved the symptoms effectively and I was grateful for the medication. Robinul is given pre-operatively on a routine basis to decrease respiratory secretions. Side effects include the usual for anti-cholinergics (Artane and Atropine fall into this class) - nausea, dizziness, confusion, nervousness, urinary retention, blurred vision, tachycardia, etc. etc. Most importantly, folks with Glaucoma should avoid this drug because it increases intraocular pressure. ---- Regards Mary Ann (CG Jamie 59/19)