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What Causes Metallic Taste In The Mouth After Taking Sudafed And Afrin?

Hi. I have a cold and have been treating it using the following 1. took sudafed and Afrin for two days 2. after that took mucinex and a prescribed nasal spray also using Saline. About 3 days ago I noticed a strange metallic/salty taste in my mouth. I stopped taking all of the meds about 24 hours ago and still have taste.
Tue, 30 Jan 2018
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Hi,

I understand your concern.

Metallic taste is due to stomach hyperacidity and most probably acid reflux.
It is common to experience gastritis (inflammation of stomach) while having a cold.

Furthemore, when you take medications, especially if you do not eat well, then, hyperacidity will be increased, so the metallic taste.

Take antacids and keep good oral hygiene.
If still no improvement, consult further with GI specialist.

All the best.
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What Causes Metallic Taste In The Mouth After Taking Sudafed And Afrin?

Hi, I understand your concern. Metallic taste is due to stomach hyperacidity and most probably acid reflux. It is common to experience gastritis (inflammation of stomach) while having a cold. Furthemore, when you take medications, especially if you do not eat well, then, hyperacidity will be increased, so the metallic taste. Take antacids and keep good oral hygiene. If still no improvement, consult further with GI specialist. All the best.