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Does a Common Mouthwash Ingredient Inhibit SARS-CoV-2?

New research in Scientific Reports finds cetylpyridinium chloride can reduce the transmission rate and progression of infection.

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By: TOM BRANNA

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Is there an effective treatment to reduce the spread of covid in your medicine cabinet? A study published in Scientific Reports demonstrated the antiviral effectiveness of cetylpyridinium chloride against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. Cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) is an ammonium compound commonly present in mouthwash. CPC is a well-known, broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent used in over-the-counter rinses to promote gingival health. It acts by penetratin...

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