Hi Minnie, My taste seems to come and go. Usually disappears altogether after a couple of mouthfulls but I press on. My dentist has stressed the need for me to brush my tongue and roof of mouth to remove bacteria and debris. Lack of saliva is the problem. I was given a tongue scraper also. I continue to use the mouthwash 1 teaspoon seasalt, 1 teaspoon bicarbonate in 500 mls boiled water to keep my mouth and throat clean. Helen