What is Dry Mouth?
Xerostomia (Dry Mouth) is a condition that results from less than normal saliva being produced. It is an increasing problem as our population is aging, affecting approximately 1 in 5 Canadians. A condition that is often underestimated or ignored, and if not treated will lead to poor oral health including an increased incidence of dental caries and gingivitis.
Patients suffer from dry mouth for a number of reasons including:
- Over 400 common OTC and RX medications
- Aging population
- Cancer treatment (Radiation, Chemotherapy)
- Auto-immune disorders (Sjögrens, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus)
- Neurological conditions (Parkinson’s)
- Diabetes
- Menopause
- Anxiety, depression, sleep deprivation
- High blood pressure
- Smoking, alcohol, caffeine
Mouth Kote® Dry Mouth Spray is an exclusive, patented formulation developed by Parnell Pharmaceuticals, led by Dr. Francis Parnell, a practicing ENT surgeon in the United States with over 35 years experience.
- Contains key ingredient derived from all natural Yerba Santa (also known as bearsweed, holy herb or mountain balm), a plant indigenous to the Pacific Northwest, that has been used as an herbal remedy for centuries. Parnell Pharmaceuticals is the only pharmaceutical company that utilizes Yerba Santa in its products
- Yerba Santa is a natural lubricant that helps restore the mucosal function and stimulates the production of saliva, restoring moisture safely to the mouth and throat
- Also contains a therapeutic level of Xylitol, a natural sweetener, which is clinically proven to reduce dental caries
- Restores the pH balance in the mouth which can contribute to bad breath
- Pleasant lemon-lime taste
- Sugar-free, potassium-free (safe for diabetics) and alcohol-free
- Safe to swallow – free of cetylpyridinium chloride, glycerin, paraben, castor oil, VP/VA copolymer, food colouring
- Demonstrated relief of up to 5 hours
- Available in 2 sizes: 59mL travel size ($13.99 SRP) and 236mL economy size ($19.99 SRP)
Available at most Shoppers Drug Mart, Rexall, Lawtons and Pharamsave locations. Ask your pharmacist about Mouth Kote.