Having problems with dry mouth possibly from medications

Posted by catlove30 @catlove30, May 8, 2023

Ever since I have been taking vcertain meds, I have been plagued with terrible dry mouth. Not even sure which meds are the culprit!

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c75 | @c75 | May 14, 2023

In reply to @pworley1955 "My Dentist recommended coconut oil for a dry mouth. 2 tablespoons shush and spit out." + (show)

I definitely will try the coconut oil!

Iowakate | @katehedderich | May 15, 2023

I suffer from terrible dry mouth that started when I had burning mouth syndrome. My dentist prescribed SalivaMax. It is a rinse and it really helps. I do it in the morning and night but you can do it up to 10 times a day. I have to get it from a pharmacy in Pennsylvania but it is awesome.

catlove30 | @catlove30 | May 15, 2023

Thank you very much!! I’ll try it. Someone else mentioned coconut oil. Put a little in your mouth swish around and spit it out. It seems to be working for right now. Thanks again!!

covidstinks2023 | @covidstinks2023 | May 16, 2023

In reply to @jordynn246 "I had a horrific fall tripping over an above ground tree root. I ended up having..." + (show)

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....

jordynn246 | @jordynn246 | May 16, 2023

In reply to @covidstinks2023 "jordyn246, Bless you! Yes, Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) is very drying to the mouth and eyes. I would..." + (show)

Thank you, will the coconut oil help for the overnight dry mouth? During the day I am fine. Can I get a really good coconut oil at the grocery store? How would I know the best kind? Yes, I am sure my dry mouth is caused by the drugs I am taking. I would love to wean myself off both Cyclobenzaprine and Gabapentin. I think I am overdosing on medicines that are causing my night dry mouth. Besides Cyclo and Gaba I also take Hydrochlorothazid 25 MG and Bupropion 200 These four drugs all cause dry mouth. I feel like the poster child for dry mouth. LOL Before my fall I took only 3 medicines and I was thinking of weaning off my Buproion (happy pill) then. I would have had only my highblood pressure and thyroid then. My horrific fall has changed me so much. I do hate taking so many drugs. Hugs and prayers are good for this poster child. Thank you

covidstinks2023 | @covidstinks2023 | May 16, 2023

In reply to @jordynn246 "Thank you, will the coconut oil help for the overnight dry mouth? During the day I..." + (show)

Yes. you can get a good coconut oil at the grocery store or Whole Foods. I can't find my coconut oil to give you the brand name. Yes, it should help with the dry mouth at night. You can do the pooling more than 1 time a day. I was told this by a dental hygenist. It also kills bacteria in the mouth. I agree that your meds are causing the dry mouth. Biotene mouth wash is also good for dry mouth, drinking lots of water is good as well. I have the opposite problem...hyersalivation! I could open my mouth and water the front yard. LOL! Medication is a double edged sword with the side effects isn't it? You have a blessed day!

jordynn246 | @jordynn246 | May 16, 2023

In reply to @covidstinks2023 "Yes. you can get a good coconut oil at the grocery store or Whole Foods. I..." + (show)

LOL Cute Thank you so much. Definitely trying your suggestions

tim1028 | @tim1028 | May 16, 2023

I use Xylimelts to help with dry mouth. Works well.

fala | @fala | May 16, 2023

In reply to @marye2 "Dry mouth can lead to dental problems, so it is important to manage that. I use..." + (show)

Hi,
I feel sure my dry mouth is coming from my prescription drugs.
I also have a "heady" feeling all day long, I think from drugs...all blood pressure related.
My Doctor is great if you have no issues. When I asked her today to please refer me to someone if she could not help me...and she turned back to the "counter top to write a prescription and said the "F" word!! I'm still in shock!! Here we go, got to found a better Doctor...mine before was GREAT...but she retired!! Any ideas how to do this?

covidstinks2023 | @covidstinks2023 | May 16, 2023

In reply to @fala "Hi, I feel sure my dry mouth is coming from my prescription drugs. I also have..." + (show)

Fala, Wow! How unprofessional for her to say that. My doctor of 32 years retired and i had to start all over with someone. Check online to see if doctors around you are accepting new patients. Look at their ratings from other patients. All you have to do is call when you find someone (perhaps a family member or friend has a good primary doctor they can let you know about!) and tell them you are a new patient. Call your doctor's office that you are leaving and ask for your medical records if you are not signed up to a patient portal with that doctor. I pray you will find someone. I know doctors are burnt out from staff shortage, Covid, etc., but, that's no excuse to use that word with a patient. I'm sorry that she said that to you. Blessings & Prayers.....