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Could antiseptic gargling prevent COVID-19?
N A Mohamed1, A Ahmad Zainol Hady1, A H Abdul Aziz2
1Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Pandan Indah, Kuala Lumpur.
Antiseptic gargling may help reduce respiratory infections. This review examines gargling methods and solutions for their effectiveness against respiratory tract infections, including COVID-19 prevention.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
- Microbiology
Background:
- Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) presents a significant global health challenge due to its high transmissibility.
- Standard preventive measures include handwashing, cough etiquette, mask-wearing, and social distancing.
- Respiratory tract infections are often mitigated by gargling, with many antiseptics demonstrating antimicrobial properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing literature on gargling methods and antiseptic solutions.
- To assess the potential effectiveness of gargling in managing respiratory tract infections.
- To explore the unexplored role of gargling in the context of COVID-19 prevention and management.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted on gargling techniques and antiseptic solutions.
- Studies focusing on the impact of gargling on respiratory pathogens were analyzed.
- Available data on the efficacy of gargling for respiratory tract infections were synthesized.
Main Results:
- Gargling is a recognized method for reducing infections in the respiratory tract.
- Antiseptic gargles exhibit antimicrobial activity against common respiratory pathogens.
- No prior studies specifically investigated the effectiveness of antiseptic gargling in COVID-19 patients.
Conclusions:
- Gargling with antiseptic solutions shows promise for reducing respiratory infections.
- Further research is warranted to establish the efficacy of gargling as an adjunct therapy for COVID-19.
- Understanding the role of gargling in respiratory health is crucial for public health strategies.
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