After Vicks Vaporub, advised by Professor Raoult, Betadine, advocated by antivaccines, to fight against Covid-19. As spotted by several media including Forbes, on social networks, many Internet users have suggested that this antiseptic could have beneficial effects in the prevention of the disease.
Several publications recommend gargling and swallowing Betadine, the trade name for povidone iodine. However, if there is a diluted version for mild sore throats, it should absolutely not be swallowed, because the product is toxic and can cause fever, headaches or even vomiting, alert BFMTV. In case of ingestion, it is strongly recommended to consult a doctor or visit a poison control center.
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On its site, the company that markets Betadine, Avrio Health, had already recalled that “no, Betadine has not been approved to treat the disease”. “Our products should only be used against infections caused by small cuts, scratches or burns, our products have not shown efficacy for the treatment or prevention against Covid-19 or other viruses”, insisted- she.
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This fakenews would have been broadcast for the first time last April, in Thailand. In a video, it was recommended to perform mouthwashes with an antiseptic to avoid catching Covid-19. Enough for anti-vaccine activists to take over this intox.
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