The Claim
Nasodine does not significantly reduce the duration of common cold illness, as evidenced by a median duration of 10 days in both the Nasodine and saline spray groups.
Source: Povidone-iodine nasal spray (Nasodine®) for the common cold: a randomized, controlled, double-blind, Phase III clinical trial
What the research says
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Cause and effect
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In plain English
Using Nasodine spray doesn't really shorten how long a common cold lasts—it takes about 10 days to get better, just like using a simple saltwater spray.
See the scientific wording
Nasodine does not significantly reduce the duration of common cold illness, with median duration remaining 10 days for both Nasodine and saline spray groups.
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