6 Tips to Cope With a Metallic Taste in Your Mouth From Your Medication

One side effect of some medications may include a metallic taste in your mouth. This can be distracting and affect the taste of foods. In this video, learn about ways to cope with a metallic taste in your mouth caused by medications to improve your treatment experience.

You can read more about reasons why your mouth may taste like metal and how to deal with it here.

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Marisa Taylor Karas

Marisa Taylor Karas is a freelance journalist based in Brooklyn who has covered health, gender, and technology for 15 years. She previously worked at The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, and Al Jazeera America, among other publications, and also served as managing editor of the Mellon Foundation in New York City.

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Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP

Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician. Prior to practicing medicine, she worked as a management consultant.

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