I've used Pepsodent for decades and decades. My tongue is burned by the strong mint flavor of most toothpaste, and I really don't like the clay texture of Tom's, so I depended on the old pepsin flavored Pepsodent . I ordered these because I can't find regular Pepsodent in stores anymore, and these said “original flavor”. They are not original flavor. They are mint. They are not strong mint, so they are easier on my tongue, but they aren't what I hoped for. All in all, a great toothpaste if you're overwhelmed by strong mint flavors, but how I miss that pepsin!