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I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..
As per your complain Sjogren's Syndrome and
Rheumatoid Arthritis are both autoimmune diseases and in case of Sjogrens syndrome there is a hallmark symptom of
Dry eyes and
Dry mouth and you have both of them and in case of this you need to take saliva stimulants and saliva substitutes for relief..
Metoprolol has been seen to cause some level of dry mouth while
Diovan although rare but can also lead to dry mouth and this can lead to additive effect on dry mouth..
You should consult your physicians and get evaluated and if possible get the dosage of the drugs reduced or get the medicine changed..
For Sjogrens syndrome you can take:
1.SALIVA SUBSTITUTES- Contains Methyl cellulose which can be instilled frequently in mouth during the day to prevent dry mouth.
2.SALIVA STIMULANTS - Lemon drops. sour candies and sugar free chewing gums can be taking many times during the day as it helps in stimulating saliva flow from glands..
3.
PILOCARPINE drug has a secretory action and stimulates the salivary glands to produce more saliva..
4.Drink plenty of water throughout the day..
5.Take a soft and bland diet..
6.Avoid
stress and take sufficient rest..
Hope this information helps..
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Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..