Saliva substitutes topical User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)
Brand names: Mouth Kote, Biotene Mouthwash, XyliMelts, NeutraSal, Caphosol, Moi-Stir, Glandosane Unflavored, Numoisyn, Biotene Dry Mouth Toothpaste, Biotene PBF Dry Mouth Toothpaste, Biotene Oral Balance, Dry Mouth Mouthwash, Orajel Dry Mouth Moisturizing, Aquae, Stoppers 4 Dry Mouth, Biotene Moisturizing Mouth Spray, SalivaMAX, Optimoist, Glandosane Peppermint, Glandosane Lemon AS Saliva Orthana Bioxtra Aquoral Oasis Moisturizing Mouth …show all brand names
Saliva substitutes topical has an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 from a total of 63 reviews on Drugs.com. 46% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 35% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Saliva substitutes topical
- Morgan...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- December 21, 2016
For Xerostomia "I recently came across a new product that's on the market called Lubricity and I LOVE IT. It's an oral spray & so far seems to last MUCH longer than any other dry mouth spray I have ever used. I suffer from dry mouth & have for about 5 years. I ordered this product online since it's not sold in any stores near me. I came across it when doing some research online. They did offer a coupon code on the website when I bought it, seems like they have a different % off discount now but always seem to offer something. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS!"
- Deedee
- November 11, 2015
Glandosane Peppermint (saliva substitutes) for Mucositis "Has greatly improved my condition. Before use I could not get a sentence out without my mouth drying up completely. I would constantly have to remove strings from my mouth. It was enormously embarrassing and I would avoid conversations with people I didn't know. It's still not perfect as I have to spray if I'm in a conversation but at least I can now have one!!!"
- Anony...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- June 5, 2023
XyliMelts (saliva substitutes) for Mucositis "I'm a mouth breather when sleeping. I've been taking two of these at bedtime and usually two more half way through the night. At first they helped create saliva. I also started getting irritated gums where I attached them - that went away after a couple weeks. Four months later they don't create much saliva, I once again need to take sips of water during the night. The discs turn chalky in my mouth and irritate my throat. When I don't use them it's worse - no saliva, choking, and lots more sips of water during the night. Neither is ideal for a restful night sleep, but they help a little. It may be more effective for others that create some saliva on their own."
- Becks
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 14, 2021
XyliMelts (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "I got a Cpap machine and my mouth has been cotton dry at night. Miserable. After around 6 months I got the first cavity I’ve had since I was 12 years old (I’m over 50). Since dry mouth causes cavities, I decided to try Xylimelts and WOW! I figured they would probably help some, hoping at least to make my mouth more comfortable at night, but I didn’t realize they could stimulate such saliva flow. I even drooled on my pillow. All I need is one a night. It sticks just right and is gone when I wake up. This is a fantastic product."
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- MikStgh
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- January 3, 2023
XyliMelts (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "I’ve been using it for about three years, for a dry mouth at night, ever since getting a CPAP machine. Usually use one a night and I put the tablet in a different location of my mouth each night. Have had great success with them and no side effects. I’d recommend that people try them to see if it works as well for them."
- Xylim...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 12, 2022
XyliMelts (saliva substitutes) for Mucositis "I've been taking 550 mg of Xylimelts for the past 8 days. I've developed a condition of diarrhea, intestinal gas and hiccups all at once. Please respond if the conditions are the results of taking Xylimelts once a day at evening. Thank you. Bob"
- Jaack
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- September 1, 2017
Salivart (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "Probably the closest to real saliva. No nasty after taste, very liquid, pressurized spray can. ONLY negative is availability. Not many stores/pharmacies carry this. Trying company web site and ebay & Amazon"
- Anonymous
- Taken for less than 1 month
- February 4, 2023
XyliMelts (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "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 them for a short period and see if my symptoms recede."
- James...
- February 20, 2017
Aquoral (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "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."
- Pachee
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 11, 2020
Biotene Oral Balance (saliva substitutes) "I suffer horribly from dry mouth Sjogren's syndrome maybe the culprit. Started you see the throat lozenges and sprayed my super dry throat and mouth at least 3 times a night. I experienced a horrific acid reflux for the first time to this degree. The acid liquids went into my lungs and constricted my air ways, causing an almost deadly asthma attack. Please be careful. I'm sure biotin was the culprit"
- karloos
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- December 29, 2022
XyliMelts (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "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."
- Justs...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- November 20, 2022
Biotene Mouthwash (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "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."
- Aussie
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 17, 2018
NeutraSal (saliva substitutes) for Mucositis "My Dentist prescribed for me to use after scaling and root planning. He said it would help my mouth heal faster and reduce inflammation. I used it 2x a day and I noticed my gums were not sore and my breathe was fresher. I'm happy with the product."
- Al Le...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- February 19, 2023
Biotene Mouthwash (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "This did absolutely nothing for me. I am a mouth-breather at night. I've tried humidifers 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 Bioteme."
- Butch
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- February 15, 2024
XyliMelts (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "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."
- Chilean
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 21, 2021
Caphosol (saliva substitutes) for Mucositis "I have Chemo induced mouth ulcers so had numerous ulcers on entire mucous membrane in mouth and sides of tongue. Used bicarbonate, started using toothpaste for babies and a super cute pikachu toothbrush for babies . Within a week I would say 50 per cent healed. Then at hospital I was told to use this instead for some days. Works well, but other than it being less painful than using dissolved bicarbonate I don’t see the added value with what I believe to be the US list price of around 280 dollars or the price of close to 90 eur in Belgium. I was lucky enough to get for free from my local hospital as the nurses said it’s too expensive, bless them. So I find the medication a ten for efficiency but a 4 for (normal) value for money."
- XM user
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- March 21, 2022
For Xerostomia "Allie: The part of XyliMelts that causes your problem is the natural adhesive. You have developed a sensitivity. The manufacturer offers a version a XyliMelts with a different all natural adhesive that doesn't cause your problem. It is called "Sensitive Mouth". You might try it."
- Dennis
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- June 23, 2024
Biotene Oral Balance (saliva substitutes) "Biotene is an excellent treatment for dry mouth and I have been using it for 18 months. However, in the last few weeks, this mouthwash has caused me to create extra saliva in my mouth, which tends to annoy me. I suggest that users of this product consider this side effect prior to purchase."
- Icons
- Taken for less than 1 month
- April 16, 2024
XyliMelts (saliva substitutes) "I started two nights ago and they've worked wonderfully. I don't keep waking up at night with dry mouth or mucus that makes it hard to breathe. The only thing is that when I go to brush my teeth, my tongue ends up numb afterward. I'm thinking I'm spreading whatever is left from the XyliMelts and it's causing numbness. I never had this issue before the XyliMelts. So, I don't know. I might have to stop because the negative reviews scare me."
- Anonymous
- July 27, 2012
NeutraSal (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "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."
- Jack
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- May 31, 2020
XyliMelts (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "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."
- Lorrai
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 17, 2018
XyliMelts (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "Had sores develop at site on gums where I attached the lozenges."
- Bigsw...
- November 23, 2010
NeutraSal (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "Outstanding product. Works really well. Easy to use. Worth every dollar."
- Cotton...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 20, 2021
XyliMelts (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "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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Biotene Oral Balance (saliva substitutes) for Xerostomia "Husband has been using biotene spray for years due to the medicines that give him dry mouth. A few nights ago he sprayed some in his mouth and within a few minutes his throat constricted, he kept coughing and choking and I almost had to take him to the hospital. He drank some water and then took 2 antihistamines which seemed to help. He complained of a cough and soreness in throat for a couple of days after. He is better now."