Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) as a Promising Respiratory Antiseptic
HOCl Trust Introduction
The potential for HOCl to be recognised and utilised as a safe and effective treatment against pathogens entering the repiratory sysytem. A review paper.
Source
Winter M, Boecker D, Posch W. Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) as a Promising Respiratory Antiseptic. Viruses. 2025 Sep 7;17(9):1219. doi: 10.3390/v17091219. PMID: 41012647; PMCID: PMC12474219.
Date: 2025
Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic has put a huge strain on people and healthcare systems worldwide. Scientists are now working hard to find treatments and ways to prevent future outbreaks. Studying how new drugs work is often complicated, time-consuming, and expensive, creating risks for pharmaceutical companies. One promising idea is using antiseptics inside the body to stop infections. Antiseptics are cheap, easy to make, and available worldwide. Many types exist, including HOCl, a natural substance made by the body’s immune system to kill germs. HOCl has been safely used for wound care and is effective against many bacteria and viruses. Because it is gentle on human cells, researchers believe HOCl could be used to treat the respiratory system through inhalation. This method might help fight infections caused by bacteria and viruses such as influenza, respiratory syncytial virus, and SARS-CoV-2.