Virucidal effect of mouthwash on acyclovir-resistant herpes simplex virus

CONCLUSION: The findings of this analysis revealed that the tested oral rinses demonstrated in-vitro antiviral activity against ACV-resistant HSV. Comparative clinical trials are required to establish the clinical effectiveness of daily use of oral rinses in reducing the appearance of oral HSV lesions in immunocompromised patients.PMID:38151043 | DOI:10.1111/odi.14843

Source: Herpes - December 27, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: M Bar Ilan S Dovrat R Cohen M Georgaki E Papadopoulou N G Nikitakis N Yarom Source Type: research