Claim: Nebulized hydrogen peroxide "helps against ALL respiratory infections like colds/flu, sore throat, pneumonia, chest infections".
Fact-check: Nebulised hydrogen peroxide shouldn't be used to treat all respiratory illnesses - Full Fact
Verdict: the mhra told full fact that it was not aware of any evidence that shows that inhalation of hydrogen peroxide would be effective in treating respiratory disease, and has "significant concerns" that this practice is not safe.
Organisation: Full Fact
Author: Daniella De Block Golding
Date published: 2021-10-05T00:00:00