Article: Are Your Medications Giving You Bad Breath?

(NewsUSA) - Is your bad breath a problem that brushing and a breath mint can't fix? Research shows the cause could be the medication you're taking.

According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, more than 400 prescription medications - including some for asthma relief, depression and cholesterol reduction - can cause xerostomia, or dry mouth, which is a major cause of bad breath.

Saliva contains natural antibacterial agents that help to keep your mouth healthy and neutralize odor-causing bacteria. If you don't have enough saliva, you become more susceptible to plaque buildup and bad breath.

The condition also can lead to cracked lips, cavities, bleeding gums and ...

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