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Originally Posted by jimrat
It's not certain it gets better. Things like sleepiness can, but dry mouth, keep your eye on that one. This med can actually rob you of all saliva, which means you have absolutely zero defense against cavities. If this doesn't get better and you stay on the med, at least 3 visits a year to the dentist is a must. I'm not trying to scare you.
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Don't worry. I'm already scared about it! I'm being diligent about rinsing, chewing gum, and drinking water. Fortunately, I already see the dentist every 3 months because I have gum disease. I really don't want to make things worse.
In many people, it seems to increase appetite and make them gain weight. But my appetite is on zero. I hope it comes back. I can't afford to lose weight.