Publications by authors named "Abel Bogoya Castano"
Current data on the efficacy of antiseptic mouthwashes to reduce viral load are contradictory. Firstly, data indicate very strong virucidal effects that are not replicated in clinical studies. Secondly, most clinical studies identify a limited effect, do not include a control/placebo group, or do not evaluate viral viability in an infection model.
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- - A clinical trial examined the effects of four different mouthwashes on the salivary viral load of SARS-CoV-2 in COVID-19 patients, assessing both viral presence and infectivity.
- - The study found that none of the mouthwashes significantly impacted the viral load; however, one ingredient, cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC), showed a temporary reduction in viral infectivity one hour after use.
- - Results suggest that many mouthwashes may be ineffective at reducing viral transmission immediately, leading to a false sense of security among users.