My Husband had 5 amifostine treatments but his nausea was so bad they had to stop..we could not even reach the car before he started.
It is worth trying ANYTHING that will help with saliva retention, the longer he can go the better his chances.
Good luck to you both in the months ahead.
Take Care
Marica
Caregiver to Husband SCC stage IV base of tongue . Chemo /radiation, no surgery. Finished treatment 7/03 doing great!