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9. Medication and Medical Procedures

Several medications can cause dry lips, including decongestants, certain asthma treatments, diuretics, and medications used to treat anxiety and depression. Dry lips are also a common and often severe side effect of prescription acne treatments. Chemotherapy and radiation can also cause dry lips.

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