How should I use saliva substitutes?
A saliva substitute is for use only in the mouth. Do not get it in your eyes.
Use your saliva substitute product exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Saliva substitutes work inside your mouth and are not meant to be swallowed.
To use the oral rinse or other liquid saliva substitutes, swish a small amount in your mouth for 30 seconds, then spit out.
The oral powder must be mixed with about 1 ounce of water before using it. Stir the mixture and use it right away, even if you need to swish 2 or 3 times to get the full amount. Do not save the mixture for later use.
Shake the oral spray gently before each use and spray directly into your mouth and onto your tongue.
The tablet or lozenge can be held in the mouth for long periods of time, even while you are sleeping. Some tablets are pressed onto to your tooth or gums to help hold them in place.
Saliva substitute gel, paste, or swabs may be applied directly onto the gums, tongue, teeth, or sides of the mouth. Follow all instructions carefully.
How often you use a saliva substitute may depend on your condition or your medication schedule.
In most cases, saliva substitutes are used 3 to 5 times per day or whenever your mouth feels dry and uncomfortable. When used during chemotherapy or radiation, you may need to use saliva substitutes up to 10 times per day beginning on or before the day of your treatment. Follow all dosing instructions very carefully.
Do not allow a child to use this medicine without adult supervision.
Saliva substitutes may be only part of a complete treatment program that includes using other oral hygiene methods. Follow your doctor's instructions very closely.
Store your saliva substitute as directed on the product label. Avoid moisture, heat, and light.