Xylitol
Information about Xylitol
Xylitol uses
Xylitol is used in the treatment of Dry mouth.
How xylitol works
Xylitol tastes sweet but, unlike sugar, it is not converted in the mouth to acids that cause tooth decay. It reduces levels of decay-causing bacteria in saliva and also acts against some bacteria that cause tooth infections.
Common side effects of xylitol
No common side effects seen