Dry mouth from chemo

Kay B 7 months ago

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I have a dry mouth almost all the time which I think is caused by the capecitabine tablets I'm taking. Any tips? I'm trying drinks, throat sweets, Gelclair, yogurt, and chewing gum also helps. Anything else? Will it go when I stop chemo?

court 7 months ago

Hi Kay B

On treatment my mum would get me to order her glycerine mouth sticks .

After she stopped treatment she never asked for them again so I assume that means the problem resolved.

Not sure if it would work for you but she found them helpful .

Take care ,

Court

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Peter E 7 months ago

Hi Kay B

Ask your GP for Biotene.... very effective....also ask for a miniature spray bottle for oral hydration.

Peter

Kay B 7 months ago in reply to court

Cheers, K

Kay B 7 months ago in reply to Peter E

Thanks, K