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A preliminary laboratory based research undertaken by Dr. HSJ Institute of Dental Sciences, Panjab University, with CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTECH) shows that one of the most routinely used mouth rinses, Chlorhexidine, has proven to be effective against SARS CoV2.
The study “Chlorhexidine: An effective anti-COVID mouth rinse” was supported by pharma major Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories and Design Innovation Centre, Panjab University.
Studies have shown SARS CoV 2 virus colonises in oral and nasal cavities. Mouth rinses can be an effective way to reduce the colonisation and possibly reduce the transmission of infection. Public at large has become very conscious about oral hygiene in these COVID times so as to prevent SARS CoV2 infection, a release on Thursday said.