For oral mucositis, what prescription treatment options are available to avoid discomfort?

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Sore Mouth, , Mucositis, Prescription Medications, Oral Mouth Sores

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Sore Mouth X X Mucositis X Prescription Medications X Oral Mouth Sores X

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JKJones (Pharmacist (Verified) ) - 11 / 08 / 2010

First, make sure you inform your physician, because it might indicate an infection. For example, white spots may indicate a yeast/fungus infection.

To alleviate oral mucositis and encourage healing, medications that may be prescribed are:
- Lidocaine Viscous
- Zovirax (alcohol-free)
- Mycostatin

Or your physician may also prescribe different combinations of medications or mouthwashes. For example:
- Equal parts of Lidocaine Viscous, Zovirax (alcohol-free), and Maalox or Mylanta.
- Equal parts of Lidocaine Viscous, Mycostatin, and Mylanta.

It may be advised to swallow these solutions if experiencing discomfort while swallowing

If the pain is severe oral or intravenous pain, pain medication may be prescribed.

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