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Saliva substitutes topical for Xerostomia User Reviews (Page 2)

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  • Jam...
  • February 20, 2017

Saliva substitutes topical "I only tried a sample and not very good tasting. Price is around $500 per bottle, a month's supply I guess. Also, Medicare doesn't cover it, and no coupons. Not sure if it would help, but it's too expensive for me."

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  • Jus...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • November 20, 2022

Saliva substitutes topical "I gave dry mouth as a side effect of a medication I’ve been taking. I have been using Biotene mouthwash, and it doesn’t really do much for me at all. I’ve also used the Biotene gel, it helps a little, but not much and not for long."

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  • kar...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • December 29, 2022

Saliva substitutes topical "I have a dry mouth at night as a result of meds that I take before bed. These mints have absolutely helped. I take 1 before bedtime. When I get up once a night to use the bathroom, I use one more. No more dry mouth."

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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • February 4, 2023

Saliva substitutes topical "I just started using XyliMelts and have had success with them. However, I have experienced some digestive issues and have been waking up with a headache. I'm going to use them for a short period and see if my symptoms recede."

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  • Al ...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • February 19, 2023

Saliva substitutes topical "This did absolutely nothing for me. I am a mouth-breather at night. I've tried humidifiers too. Nothing seems to prevent me from getting dry mouth during the night. Dry mouth can lead to cavities or gum disease, so when I wake up in the middle of the night (hey, I'm 66 -- it comes with the territory), I am now just using regular mouthwash to kill any bacteria that are multiplying in the absence of saliva. There were no side effects of Biotene."

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  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • February 15, 2024

Saliva substitutes topical "Not sure if it is the Xylimelts or not. These do work for dry mouth. Been using them for a few months. I also have acid reflux. My throat hurts now when I sing in choir. Also, some back teeth have started to hurt. I discontinued usage for now. Used Biotene last night instead. I did a nice job."

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  • XM ...
  • Taken for 5 to 10 years
  • March 21, 2022

"Allie: The part of XyliMelts that causes your problem is the natural adhesive. You have developed a sensitivity. The manufacturer offers a version of XyliMelts with a different all-natural adhesive that doesn't cause your problem. It is called 'Sensitive Mouth.' You might try it."

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  • Lor...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • January 17, 2018

Saliva substitutes topical "Had sores develop at the site on gums where I attached the lozenges."

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  • Jac...
  • Taken for 2 to 5 years
  • May 31, 2020

Saliva substitutes topical "I use XyliMelts for dry mouth at night. I also have a CPAP machine. Recently, I developed a very large sore where one of the two XyliMelts was used. I stopped using it, and it went away."

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  • Anonymous
  • July 27, 2012

Saliva substitutes topical "I was prescribed NeutraSal by my rheumatologist. I am able to get through the day without having a dry mouth, which made it hard for me to enjoy eating."

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  • November 23, 2010

Saliva substitutes topical "Outstanding product. Works really well. Easy to use. Worth every dollar."

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  • Cot...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • March 20, 2021

Saliva substitutes topical "Recommended by dentist. After four days, had hive-like bumps inside my cheek. The tablets were inserted correctly and adhered to the side of my gums. Sadly, this is not the answer for me."

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  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • May 13, 2019

Saliva substitutes topical "I use a BiPAP (Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure) for sleep apnea and was getting dry mouth when I use it. The XyliMelts work well with no apparent side effects."

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  • Sam...
  • January 12, 2016

Saliva substitutes topical "It has the most disgusting taste, it made me sick. Retail price over $900.00, and I threw it away."

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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • January 2, 2022

Saliva substitutes topical "This product seemed to work, except my blood sugar went up, almost doubled. I am now taking a break to see if blood sugar goes down."

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  • Tex...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • October 22, 2017

Saliva substitutes topical "Really bad aftertaste and didn't help me at all. I'm seeing other options now to help me with the dry mouth."

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  • Pam...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • February 18, 2018

Saliva substitutes topical "Developed thrush every time I tried to use it."

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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • September 21, 2017

Saliva substitutes topical "Great product! It does what it says it does."

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  • Des...
  • October 6, 2017

Saliva substitutes topical "Best dry mouth product out there!"

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  • Jki...
  • Taken for 2 to 5 years
  • February 9, 2023

Saliva substitutes topical "Biotene is great. I get up 2 to 3 times a night to use the bathroom and use the Biotene each time. Helps my dryness and lets me fall back to sleep."

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  • kay...
  • Taken for 1 to 2 years
  • August 25, 2020

Saliva substitutes topical "There it was in black and white print, adverse side effects, allergic reaction of hives, which I have all over my chest. And I took way too many. They are in the garbage now."

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  • Geo...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • November 20, 2022

Saliva substitutes topical "Oh dear. Only started using two nights ago. One per night. But after reading these reviews, looks like I will have to dump them. Has worked up to now."

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  • Mou...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • July 22, 2020

Saliva substitutes topical "Tried it 3 times in one day and found it made my mouth dry, tongue slightly numb, and had a metallic aftertaste. Didn't do what it's purported to do."

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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • November 11, 2022

Saliva substitutes topical "I take it for dry mouth. I am gluten-free, and it bothers my stomach. It does keep my mouth moist. I take 3/4 while doing dialysis for 3 hours. I can tolerate it to a point."

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