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Re: Coronavirus
The actual research paper
https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/__data/ass...-infection.pdf
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8. The urgent need for research
Many questions need to be addressed in relation to whether oral hygiene could represent a viable approach to dampen transmission of SARS-CoV-2, and research is required to address this.
In relation to oral hygiene, we need to determine:
• Can we reduce viral load in the oropharynx through oral rinsing?
• If we can reduce load, then which oral rinse would be clinically effective: The current choice includes 20-30 % ethanol, lipid-based membrane disruptors, PVP-1, CPC, hydrogen peroxide, simple chlorinated tap water or WHO formulation I diluted to 30% of neat?
• Would a combination of agents in lower amounts be better tolerated, reducing adverse effects, and remain effective?
• What combinations or agents, contact time and frequency of use would induce anti-viral activity and reduce infectivity of SARS-CoV-2
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tl;dr - early days yet, might be useful, needs more research
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Originally Posted by tweetiepooh
Strictly speaking it may reduce viral load so while not a cure or "immunity" may help prevent more severe infections. More empty shelves and price rises. Just see eBay offers for bottles of mouthwash at inflated prices.
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We buy packs of 6 from Costco, so no worries... 
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Last edited by Hugh; 18-11-2020 at 11:08.
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