Quinine was Widely used in SW Pacific during WWII as a prophylactic against malaria. Inasmuch as that is a disease not a virus I wonder how it quells this blasted nuisance. In any event, I intend to quaff a few gin and tonics over the next few weeks. Got to be careful to use the diet variety or these drinks will turn me into a balloon.
How does a Malaria medicine attack a virus?
In short, it allows Zinc to be able to penetrate cell walls which interrupts the replication of the virus. Normally, Zinc stays outside and is thus not as effective.
Put the two together and voila!
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