Question 1

i'm taking the maximum dose of benadryl (diphenhydramine) for an allergy to amoxicillin, but experiencing dry mouth and anxiety. can i switch to zyrtec? how long should i wait after my last benadryl (diphenhydramine) to take zyrtec?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamines: you can start zyrtec (cetirizine) tonight  it too has sedative effects so be aware not to drive or use heavy machinery

Question 2

i woke up this moron with a swollen lip puffiness under eyes and dry mouth i do hvecouple tooth abcess but i'm on amoxicillin have been for a few days?

Accepted Answer

Face/lip swelling: Stop Amoxicillin immediately.  You may be having an allergic reaction to Amoxicillin (a penicillin) which can sometimes worsen dramatically and cause a anaphylactic reaction.   Call you doctor now.  But if you start to get trouble breathing, asthma, wheezing, fainting, chest pain, call 911.  If you have an antihistamine pill like benedryl, or claritin, (loratadine) or dimetapp, take a dose immediately.

Question 3

i was diagnosed with acute pharyngitis but i don't have a sore throat just dry mouth low grade fever left tonsil is swollen i was give amoxicillin ?

Accepted Answer

Pharyngitis: You're really dealing with a technicality of terminology. If your tonsil is inflamed and infected,  the tonsil is part of your pharynx or throat. Therefore the diagnosis of pharyngitis is appropriate. I would usually call it tonsillopharyngitis.

Question 4

i was on amoxicillin 3x a day for 10 days. i have developed a white, dry tongue that hasnt gotten better with nystatin swish & spit & have been dealing w/ diarrhea at least once a day. i finished my antibiotics a week and a half ago.what could it be?

Accepted Answer

: Antibiotics can cause diarrhea and oral fungal infections. In order to get an answer to your specific concerns, you need to see a doctor in person.

Question 5

what are medicine for dry mouth?

Accepted Answer

Biotene: Most patients who have dry mouth need to drink plenty of water and are at risk for having extensive dental decay.

We often prescribe high concentration fluoride, mipaste, renew or over the counter Fluoride like act. 

Biotene is a system that has been shown to help people with dry mouth.

Question 6

what to do for dry mouth because of taking clonopin?

Accepted Answer

Products: Most recommend a sugarless candy/gum (lemon flavor).  Suck on ice chips.  Mouth lubricant/moisturizer.  Saliva substitute.  Sip on water throughout the day.  Increase frequency of brushing and flossing.  Avoid alcohol mouth rinses.

Question 7

can cryselle cause dry mouth?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Dry mouth is not listed as a possible side effect.

Question 8

could dry mouth cause dry socket?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: The dry socket happens when you lose the blood clot from the extraction site.

Question 9

can dry mouth be caused by sinuses?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: If you have enough drainage from your sinuses that you find you are breathing thru your mouth, then it may be drying out your mouth.

Question 10

can postnasal drip cause dry mouth?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely can: The common oral symptoms of the postnasal drip are dry mouth and bad breath. Mouth breathing leads to a dry mouth (xerostomia) that leads to anaerobic bacterial growth due to an lack of saliva flow in the mouth. This problem needs a professional attention.
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I'm taking the maximum dose of benadryl (diphenhydramine) for an allergy to amoxicillin, but experiencing dry mouth and anxiety. can i switch to zyrtec? how long should i wait after my last benadryl (diphenhydramine) to take zyrtec?

A member asked:

I woke up this moron with a swollen lip puffiness under eyes and dry mouth i do hvecouple tooth abcess but i'm on amoxicillin have been for a few days?

A member asked:

I was diagnosed with acute pharyngitis but i don't have a sore throat just dry mouth low grade fever left tonsil is swollen i was give amoxicillin ?

A member asked:

I was on amoxicillin 3x a day for 10 days. i have developed a white, dry tongue that hasnt gotten better with nystatin swish & spit & have been dealing w/ diarrhea at least once a day. i finished my antibiotics a week and a half ago.what could it be?

A member asked:

What are medicine for dry mouth?

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What to do for dry mouth because of taking clonopin?

A member asked:

Can cryselle cause dry mouth?

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Could dry mouth cause dry socket?

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Can dry mouth be caused by sinuses?

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Can postnasal drip cause dry mouth?

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