The virucidal revolution

VIRU-fil Der rein biologische Wirkstoff, der als Vordervlies auf unseren VIRU-fil Masken verbaut wird, basiert auf einem Wirkstoff der auch in menschlichen Zellen vorkommt und im Vergleich zu anderen Stoffen wie Silberionen oder auch Kupferionen nicht krebserregend und unschädlich für den Körper ist. Viru-fil wirkt direkt – ohne Einwirkzeit – und zerstört, vereinfacht dargestellt, die äußere Virushülle. Somit kann dieser den Menschen nicht mehr infizieren.

After the microorganism hits, e.g. the SARS-CoV-19 virus, the VIRU-fil acts directly and destroys the protein-containing structure of the microorganism. VIRU-fil damages the lipid membrane (fat layer) or the nucleic acid of the germs, among other things. Due to the effective shelf life of the natural organic active ingredient that is used in the VIRU-fil material, VIRU-fil can achieve an effect directly at the site of action without any exposure time. The direct destruction of the virus envelope or the removal of the lipid components from the envelope prevent the enveloped virus from infecting the human host cell.

Antiseptics are ubiquitous in everyday clinical practice and in the current environment and should be carefully selected for the corresponding area of application, taking into account the appropriate spectrum of activity, especially in the current pandemic situation. When using them, particular attention should be paid to exposure times, dosages and intended use. This is the only way to achieve reliable effectiveness. The exposure times in particular must be observed here and, if not observed, lead to a limitation of the effectiveness and effectiveness can only be guaranteed by taking this into account. For the most part, antiviral products can only inhibit the replication of viruses and in some cases can even lead to the development of resistance. An active ingredient that is effective against both enveloped and non-enveloped viruses is referred to as virucidal.

Can virucidal masks actually be worn without hesitation?

Many have already seen protective masks on the market that also contain or with virucidal substances
are coated. The products available commercially are with either silver ions, copper ions, nano-silver or polyhexanide
(PHMB). In science it is known that these substances, especially when they come into contact with the skin, are harmful to health
Hazards can arise in that they are, for example, carcinogenic or skin-sensitizing. ¹
The VIRU-fil material differs from these because the naturally occurring additive, such as Acidum Citricum, is in the
human cells and has been shown not to be harmful to the body. ² With the VIRU-fil procedure, the
VIRU-fil fabric by plasma process in a very thin layer with the fabric that is used, for example, as the outer layer of masks
connecting. This even makes the mask self-disinfecting.

Proof of effectiveness

The laboratory examination was carried out, among other things, with a Φ-6 bacteriophage (enveloped virus), which is known as
meaningful substitute for enveloped viruses such as influenza A or SARS-CoV-2 can be used. According to the appropriate
Application to the VIRU-fil material and subsequent incubation, the evaluation of the samples takes place.

1 BAuA, Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, FAQ No .: PSA021; 03/23/2021
2 citric acid and its alkali salts; MAK Value Documentation; 1998
3 Luxemburg Institute of Science and Technology, Report MPG 2021.08.19
In this issue we focus on the effects of VIRU-fil against viruses - on request
we are also happy to provide test results for effectiveness against bacteria and fungi

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