Dr. Barry Dworkin

A common nasal spray may help prevent Covid. What a new study shows and the many caveats within it.

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for September 16, 2025

Source:
A common nasal spray may help prevent Covid. What a new study shows

Reference:
Azelastine Nasal Spray for Prevention of SARS-CoV-2 InfectionsA Phase 2 Randomized Clinical Trial

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