sialagogic

/saɪəˈlæɡɒdʒɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or causing the secretion of saliva.

“The sialagogic effects of the medication made eating easier for her.”

2. noun

A substance that stimulates saliva production.

“The doctor gave her a sialagogic to help her swallow her pills.”

Synonyms

  • salivary
  • sialagogic

Antonyms

  • xerostomous