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COVID-19 Overview

At Kenvue, we are committed to helping individuals and communities around the world manage the unprecedented impacts of COVID-19. Our teams are actively working to maintain production of high-demand consumer health products, including LISTERINE® brand products.

Our mouthwash is in high demand as consumers focus on personal hygiene. We are prioritizing the continued production of high-demand products to maintain supply, all while ensuring a high level of quality and safety.

LISTERINE® Antiseptic is an antimicrobial mouthwash that is clinically proven to kill germs that cause plaque, bad breath and the early gum disease, gingivitis. LISTERINE® Antiseptic is not intended to prevent or treat COVID-19 and should be used only as directed on the product label.

Although there are recent lab-based reports (in vitro studies) of some LISTERINE® Mouthwashes having activity against enveloped viruses, including coronavirus, the available data is insufficient, and no evidence-based clinical conclusions can be drawn with regards to the anti-viral efficacy of LISTERINE® Antiseptic mouthwash at this time.

Our understanding of the course of COVID-19 disease transmission continues to evolve. More research is needed to understand whether the use of mouthwashes can impact viral transmission, exposure, viral entry, viral load and ultimately affect meaningful clinical outcomes.

As a company firmly rooted in science, we are actively participating in scientific dialogue with study investigators around the globe.

USE AS DIRECTED

There have been consumer questions around the effectiveness of LISTERINE® against COVID-19. The health and safety of our consumers is paramount. Here are some frequently asked questions with answers from the makers of LISTERINE®.

LISTERINE® Antiseptic is not intended to prevent or treat COVID-19 and should be used only as directed on the product label. Although there are recent lab-based reports (in vitro studies) of some LISTERINE® Mouthwashes having activity against enveloped viruses, including coronavirus, the available data is insufficient, and no evidence-based clinical conclusions can be drawn with regards to the anti-viral efficacy of LISTERINE® Antiseptic mouthwash at this time.

Consumers should follow the preventive measures issued by the World Health Organization including maintaining social distance and practicing good hygiene such as washing hands frequently and avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.

No. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the use of a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol in order to protect yourself. LISTERINE® is not intended to be used, nor would it be beneficial as a hand sanitizer or surface disinfectant.

LISTERINE® is only intended to be used to help prevent common oral health problems like bad breath, plaque, cavities, gingivitis and tooth stains. LISTERINE® has many products to choose from. Always read the product label to ensure the product is right for you and use the product as directed.

LISTERINE® products are only intended to be used to help prevent common oral health problems like bad breath, plaque, cavities, gingivitis and tooth stains. Please consult with your doctor on how to treat, prevent or relieve the pain of a sore throat.

LISTERINE® Antiseptic is not intended to prevent or treat COVID-19 and should be used only as directed on the product label. Although there are recent lab-based reports (in vitro studies) of some LISTERINE® Mouthwashes having activity against enveloped viruses, including coronavirus, the available data is insufficient, and no evidence-based clinical conclusions can be drawn with regards to the anti-viral efficacy of LISTERINE® Antiseptic mouthwash at this time.

LISTERINE® Antiseptic is clinically proven to kill 99.9 % of germs that cause bad breath, plaque and gingivitis.

OUR PRODUCT BENEFITS

LISTERINE® Antiseptic is a daily mouthwash that is clinically proven to kill germs that cause plaque, bad breath and the early gum disease gingivitis. LISTERINE® Antiseptic kills up to 99.9% of germs that cause early gum disease left behind after brushing.

There are many LISTERINE® products that provide different oral care benefits. Find the one that’s right for you: https://www.listerine.ca/products.

Listerine® Antiseptic is a daily mouthwash which has been proven to kill 99.9% of germs that cause bad breath, plaque, and gingivitis. Listerine® Antiseptic mouth rinse is not intended to reduce the risk of, prevent or treat COVID-19 infections. Consumers should follow the preventative measures issued by public health authorities including maintaining social distance and practicing good hygiene such as washing hands frequently and avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.

LISTERINE® has a portfolio of products intended to help prevent common oral health problems like bad breath, plaque, cavities, gingivitis and tooth stains. LISTERINE® can be helpful in maintaining oral hygiene between dental visits.