A compound, which is usually found in mouthwashes, can block the entry of the Covid-19 virus into the cells A study has found that some mouthwashes can suppress Covid-19 infection.
The researchers have said in the study that some mouthwashes, that contain a chemical known as ‘cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC)’ block the entry of the SARS-CoV-2 virus into the cells, thus, suppressing the infection.
The researchers have said that commercially available mouthwashes contain a number of antibiotic and antiviral components that act against microorganisms in the mouth.
One of these, cetylpyridinium chloride has been shown to reduce the viral load of SARS-CoV-2 in the mouth. The researchers said the chemical suppresses Covid-19 primarily by disrupting the lipid membrane surrounding the virus.