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What would cause a dry throat even with drinking plenty of water?

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Dr. Olivia Liao answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Dry: Need more info to get to an accurate diagnosis. Zyrtec (cetirizine) can dry your throat. But so could other conditions that cause dry eye and dry mouth.

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Answered 7/17/2018

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