Most experts point to omicron at the end of the coronavirus pandemic. It continues to decrease at a good rate (less than 2,300 cases per 100,000 inhabitants), waiting for this Thursday, February 10, the mandatory nature of the mask outdoors to be eliminated. Hospital pressure also decreases.
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Well, while the curve of the sixth wave of the pandemic begins to decline, a study carried out by scientists from the University of Valencia and the DENTAID Research Center, and published in the journal , has given very interesting conclusions.
According to the work, the concentrations of CPC used to make mouthwashes, which are usually 0.05%, are enough to cause the rupture of the covid-19 membranes. What does this imply? That the viral load can be reduced and could even prevent the spread of the virus.
However, this must be taken with caution, since the promoter of the research and professor at the University of Valencia, Ismael Mingarro, “in no case can it replace the mask, which is the best barrier against the virus,” he says in statements to . “It is an extra and temporary instrument, because after time new saliva is generated and if it were infected, the viral load would rise again.”
What is the CPC?
Likewise, other studies confirm that CPC is also effective in reducing the ability of viruses that are transmitted through the air, such as the flu, herpes, influenza and other types of coronavirus.
Cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) is a chemical compound that can be found in mouthwashes and toothpastes, and works as an antiseptic. Its objective is to eliminate the bacteria and viruses present in the oral cavity.
What brands of mouthwashes have CPC?
In the market there are several brands that have CPC in their composition. These are Oral B (Oral B Pro-Expert) and Colgate (Plax Ice Glacial, Triple Action and Revitalizing Gums). All these mouthwashes are easily found in supermarkets.
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Mercadona also has three oral antiseptics with CPC. They are as follows ‘Explosion action’; Fresh 0% alcohol and ‘gingival gums’. Other brands that have at least 0.05% cetylpyridinium chloride are KIN, Lacer, Vitis, and Kemphor.
Mercadona brand mouthwashes