Dry mouth remedy.Xerostomia xerostomia /xe·ro·sto·mia/ (zer?o-sto´me-ah) dryness of the mouth due to salivary gland dysfunction. xe·ro·sto·mi·a n. is a common condition for those afflicted with HIV-AIDS and other autoimmune diseases. Dry mouth can result not only from the disease, but also as a side effect of some anti-HIV drugs and other medications, such as antihistamines Antihistamines Definition Antihistamines are drugs that block the action of histamine (a compound released in allergic inflammatory reactions) at the H1 and antidepressants. Symptoms can include a dry mouth, dry lips, sense of burning in the mouth, tough tongue, and mouth sores or infection. Gebauer's Salivart[R] Oral Moisturizer is an over-the-counter spray that has many of the same properties as saliva. It is an aqueous solution containing a viscosity agent and an emulsifier emulsifier /emul·si·fi·er/ (e-mul´si-fi?er) an agent used to produce an emulsion. e·mul·si·fi·er n. An agent used to make an emulsion of a fixed oil. . One spray temporarily coats and moisturizes the oral cavity. It can be used as often as needed, and it does not contain ingredients that can aggravate the condition, cause allergic reactions, irritate the stomach, or have a drying effect, such as paraben preservatives, artificial flavorings and color, alcohol, and glycerin glycerin /glyc·er·in/ (-in) a clear, colorless, syrupy liquid used as a laxative, an osmotic diuretic to reduce intraocular pressure, a demulcent in cough preparations, and a humectant and solvent for drugs. Cf. glycerol. . Salivart has no flavor and no side effects. Salivart is sprayed directly into the mouth and throat and can be swallowed. The aerosol delivery coats the oral mucosa fast and evenly. Salivart is effective and easy to use. It comes in a 75-g spray can and is nitrogen propelled, making it ozone friendly. This product is approved by the American Dental Association American Dental Association (ADA), n.pr a nonprofit professional association whose membership is dental professionals in the United States. Its purpose is to assist its members in providing the highest professional and ethical care to the citizens of the . Circle 126 on Reader Service Card [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] |
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