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I have dry mouth problem since 2009. I am taking anxiety medication SSRIs occasionally. I brush teeth 3 times, get teeth cleaned every 6 month yet issue is persistent. It causes bad breath instantly. I drink 4 lts water and do not eat junk food. I do exercises too. Please suggest permanent remedy.
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Most of these drugs decrease secretion from all the glands including salivary glands it's a side effect drink plenty of water use mouthwash
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lybrate-user Dry mouth may be caused by the medication you are consuming. You can ask your doctor to change the prescription medicines if possible. Also you can use some saliva substitutes available commercially.
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