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Clarification of local SARS prevention methods
Temporary guidelines for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of new coronavirus infection (COVID-19), published by the Ministry of Health of Russia, contain information on the possibility of using an isotonic solution of sodium chloride as a method for preventing infection with coronavirus infection. In connection with the appeals of the media, the Ministry of Health of Russia clarifies.
When acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) occur, as a rule, the mucous membrane of the nose and throat is affected. This is manifested in the form of nasal congestion, perturbation and sore throat and is called rhinitis and pharyngitis, respectively. Coronavirus infection refers to ARVI, so approaches to prevention and symptomatic treatment are similar. A standard approach to the prevention and local treatment of rhinitis and pharyngitis is the use of an isotonic solution of sodium chloride (sometimes called "saline," often it is made on the basis of sea salt). Isotonic sodium chloride solution refers to drugs that moisturize the nasal mucosa, facilitate nasal respiration, promote the removal of both viral and bacterial infections, and is recommended for symptomatic treatment of SARS. The drug can be an effective means of preventing infection if it is used along with hygiene measures - thorough hand washing, the use of skin antiseptics and protective masks. At the same time, the probability of disease is guaranteed to decrease only if the regime of self-isolation and minimization of social contacts is observed.
Separately, we note that the treatment of diseases caused by coronavirus infection can be prescribed exclusively by a doctor. The choice and combination of drugs depends on the severity of the disease. Treatment is carried out under medical supervision.
By Ministries of Health of the Russian Federation.
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