Psycho-Babble Medication Thread 402289

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Bad breath from Celexa or other SSRI's, anyone?

Posted by Jasmineneroli on October 12, 2004, at 17:47:22

I get a bad taste in my mouth as a side effect of Celexa, including a kinda metallic taste from water. But I also seem to have bad breath too (according to my husband :) !). This is despite having dental cleanings 3x per year, and brushing/flossing & mouthwashing 3x per day!

Anyone experience this phenomenum with Celexa or other SSRI's?????
Thanks
Jas

I think it's just from having a dry mouth while... » Jasmineneroli

Posted by Colleen D. on October 12, 2004, at 19:59:45

In reply to Bad breath from Celexa or other SSRI's, anyone?, posted by Jasmineneroli on October 12, 2004, at 17:47:22

you're taking any of these drugs. I also have good dental hygiene and it doesn't seem to help with this common side effect. Keep a pack of sugarless mints or gum on hand at all times!

:-) Colleen

> I get a bad taste in my mouth as a side effect of Celexa, including a kinda metallic taste from water. But I also seem to have bad breath too (according to my husband :) !). This is despite having dental cleanings 3x per year, and brushing/flossing & mouthwashing 3x per day!
>
> Anyone experience this phenomenum with Celexa or other SSRI's?????
> Thanks
> Jas

Dry Mouth Toothpaste

Posted by Emily Elizabeth on October 12, 2004, at 22:45:27

In reply to I think it's just from having a dry mouth while... » Jasmineneroli, posted by Colleen D. on October 12, 2004, at 19:59:45

I just started using "biotene" toothpaste which is marketed for dry mouth. I think it helps a little. My pdoc says that a number of her patients have had good results with it.

EE

Re: Dry Mouth Toothpaste

Posted by utopizen on October 12, 2004, at 22:53:47

In reply to Dry Mouth Toothpaste, posted by Emily Elizabeth on October 12, 2004, at 22:45:27

> I just started using "biotene" toothpaste which is marketed for dry mouth. I think it helps a little. My pdoc says that a number of her patients have had good results with it.
>
> EE

Biotene toothpaste, Biotene mouthwash, and nighttime Flouride rinses are all important, along with floss and regular brushing. I

f it's really affecting your plague levels, Evoxac is always an option. It produces saliva in your mouth. But be careful- it can affect your heart rythm, so if you have heart problems stay off it.

I use Evoxac, floss, use a Sonicare toothbrush, Biotene toothpaste, Biotene mouthwash, and nighttime Floride rinse (Phosphur brand).

Thanks for all your suggestions :) (nm)

Posted by Jasmineneroli on October 13, 2004, at 18:09:01

In reply to Re: Dry Mouth Toothpaste, posted by utopizen on October 12, 2004, at 22:53:47

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