New Class of Treatment for both Xerostomia and Mucositis

What is SalivaMAX?

SalivaMAX® is a supersaturated calcium phosphate powder that, when dissolved in water, creates a solution with a high concentration of electrolytes similar to that of natural saliva.

SalivaMAX is an artificial saliva that is used to relieve acute and chronic symptoms of xerostomia. Supersaturated calcium phosphate rinses have been clinically proven to reduce the symptoms of xerostomia (dry mouth) due to medications, dysfunction of the salivary glands, Sjögren’s syndrome, chemotherapy, and radiation treatment.

What's in it?

SalivaMAX is a supersaturated calcium phosphate rinse that has been clinically proven to reduce xerostomia and mucositis. SalivaMAX is a partial substitute for natural saliva that moistens, lubricates, and cleans the oral cavity. It includes a proprietary blend of calcium, phosphate, and bicarbonate.

There have been no reported side effects for supersaturated calcium phosphate rinses. SalivaMAX does, however, contain sodium; therefore, patients restricted to a low sodium diet should consult their physician before use.

Indications for Use

SalivaMAX may be used for the relief of dryness of the oral mucosa when hyposalivation results from the following: pre/post surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, infection or dysfunction of the salivary glands, inflammation of the mouth or throat, fever, emotional factors such as fear or anxiety, obstruction of the salivary ducts, Bell’s Palsy, and Sjogren’s syndrome. SalivaMAX is also indicated for dryness of the oral mucosa due to drugs such as antihistamines, atropine, or other anticholinergeic agents that suppress salivary secretion.

SalivaMAX is also indicated as an adjunct to standard oral care in treating the mucositis that may be caused by radiation or high dose chemotherapy.

SalivaMAX is indicated for dryness of the mouth or throat (hyposalivation, xerostomia, mucositis), regardless of the cause and regardless of whether the condition is temporary or permanent. Relief of dryness of the oral mucosa in these conditions is associated with an amelioration of pain.

SalivaMAX may be used as part of an oral hygiene program for patients with dry mouth. SalivaMAX provides intensive hygiene of the oral cavity, and may be used to help relieve bad taste, relieve offensive nasal discharge, and crusting.

Research

Supersaturated Calcium phosphate rinses are well studied and have been proven effective in treating dry mouth, xerostomia, and mucositis. We have many of these studies linked. Browse to read a  sampling of the available research literature.

"I have started carrying some with me and using it as I need it due to thyroid cancer and radiation treatment. My doctor just added a new medication that really has me much dryer than I was before. If I forget to have it handy throughout the day, I am miserable. I have also noticed a huge difference in the way my mouth feels overall. Not just the dryness, but what we refer to as burning tongue/mouth syndrome. Before I started using the new samples, I was constantly aware of the uncomfortable state my mouth is always in. Now that I think of it, I haven't thought about the burning much at all. Thank you so much for allowing me to try the SalivaMAX. It makes a great difference!"
Cathy
RDH (thyroid cancer)
"I'm an oral cancer survivor: Stage 4 tongue cancer. I'm so grateful for SalivaMAX. It has a surprisingly refreshing mild saltwater taste that doesn't linger or contaminate the flavor of whatever else I'm drinking; there is only so much " mint " one can take."My dry mouth condition is permanent and after 2 1/2 years of crappy tasting " lubricant " mouth rinse, I'm so happy to have found SalivaMAX. The thing is that SalivaMAX works. I'm telling everyone; from my oncologists and care team to people in my survivors network. I wouldn't wish what happened to me on anyone, but at least now I can get some relief. I find SalivaMAX particularly beneficial before bed, no more dry mouth in my sleep. I could go on and on. Try it for yourself PLEASE." 
- Brad
(Stage 4 oral cancer survivor)
"SalivaMAX provides comfort to my throat for swallowing and keeping my mouth hydrated. It helped reduce mouth sores and inflammation due to radiation." 
Britany
(Head and Neck Radiation)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • SalivaMAX is a supersaturated calcium phosphate powder that when dissolved in water, creates a solution with a high concentration of electrolytes similar to that of natural saliva. SalivaMAX is an artificial saliva that is used to relieve acute and chronic symptoms of xerostomia and mucositis. Supersaturated calcium phosphate rinses have been clinically proven to reduce the symptoms of xerostomia (dry mouth) due to medications, dysfunction of the salivary glands, and Sjögren’s syndrome.

    SalivaMAX is intended to moisten, lubricate, and clean the oral cavity including the mucosa of the mouth, tongue, and throat. SalivaMAX may be used as part of an oral hygiene program for patients with dry mouth.

  • SalivaMAX contains high concentrations of calcium and phosphate ions to help the patient with low saliva flow supplement the missing elements needed for a healthy mouth.

    • SalivaMAX is indicated for dryness of the mouth or throat (hyposalivation, xerostomia, mucositis), regardless of the cause and regardless of whether the condition is temporary or permanent. Relief of dryness of the oral mucosa in these conditions is associated with an amelioration of pain.
    • SalivaMAX is also indicated as an adjunct to standard oral care in treating the mucositis that may be caused by radiation or high dose chemotherapy.
    • SalivaMAX may be used for the relief of dryness of the oral mucosa when hyposalivation results from the following: pre/post surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, infection or dysfunction of the salivary glands, inflammation of the mouth or throat, fever, emotional factors such as fear or anxiety, obstruction of the salivary ducts, Bell’s Palsy, and Sjogren’s syndrome. SalivaMAX is also indicated for dryness of the oral mucosa due to drugs such as antihistamines, atropine, or other anticholinergeic agents that suppress salivary secretion.
    • SalivaMAX may be used as part of an oral hygiene program for patients with dry mouth. SalivaMAX provides intensive hygiene of the oral cavity, and may be used to help relieve bad taste, relieve offensive nasal discharge, and crusting.
  • Patients should dissolve one packet of SalivaMAX in one ounce of water (30 mL) then swish half of the solution in the mouth for 1 minute and spit out. Repeat with the remaining half of the solution. Patients should use the entire dose within 3 minutes of dissolving the powder in water.

  • There have been no reported side effects for supersaturated calcium phosphate rinses. SalivaMAX does contain sodium. Patients restricted to a low sodium diet should consult their physician before use.

  • No adverse effects are expected if SalivaMAX is accidentally swallowed.

  • SalivaMAX contains an abundance of calcium and phosphate ions in solution.

  • A research study on patients with high grade xerostomia found that the average duration of the supersaturated calcium phosphate rinse lasted about 71 minutes per dose. People experiences lower grades of xerostomia may use the product less frequently because of the reduced need for the rinse. SalivaMAX may be used 2 – 10 times per day. Please consult your physician for your specific dosing requirements.

  • There are many clinical studies on the benefits of supersaturated calcium phosphate rinses. Several SalivaMAX studies have been published and SalivaMAX is currently being investigated in several additional studies and we hope to distribute that data shortly.

  • No, you cannot pre-mix your SalivaMAX in water. SalivaMAX is a supersaturated solution, after a short time from mixing with water, the ions begin to precipitate out. Once the precipitation occurs, the effectiveness of SalivaMAX is dramatically reduced. It is recommended to use SalivaMAX within 3 minutes of mixing.

  • 2 years

  • Due to biologic variability, we do not sample this product. We do not want your patient to get a couple packets and think it doesn’t work after 2 doses. Typically patients need to use it for around a week to see the benefits of SalivaMAX.

  • Due to it’s FDA classification, we are unable to ship SalivaMAX directly to patients.