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Having problems with dry mouth possibly from medications
Aging Well | Last Active: Jun 18, 2023 | Replies (55)Comment receiving replies
I had a horrific fall tripping over an above ground tree root. I ended up having two cracked ribs, face cuts, and whiplash to my back and spine. My doctor prescribed both 100 MG Gabapentin and 5 MG Cyclobenzaprine. I truly believe my dry mouth at night is caused by these medicines. Dry mouth is just horrible! I am glad I saw this article because I really thought I was alone. I plan on trying some of the suggestions from all of you. Thank you
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Awww. Rest assured, you are not alone. There are more people than you can imagine that have this problem. Have you tried coconut oil? Someone suggested that. It’s helping to some degree!
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jordyn246, Bless you! Yes, Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) is very drying to the mouth and eyes. I would think Gabapentin would be too. Try coconut oil pooling. Get the really good kind of coconut oil and hold it in your mouth (about a heaping teaspoon full) for a few minutes and don't swallow. Then spit it in the trashcan and rinse your mouth. DO NOT spit into sink as it hardens and can clog up the pipes. Also, use Spry chewing gum. Hugs & Prayers....