What is Hydrogen Peroxide, on taking its name people started calling Samantha ‘illiterate’

What did Dr. Abby Phillips respond to Samantha’s post

Dr. Abby Phillips shared a screen shot of Samantha’s story on X and wrote, ‘Samantha seems to lack science and health knowledge. She has falsely advised her millions of followers that nebulizing hydrogen peroxide can prevent or treat viral respiratory tract infections.

AAFA said hydrogen peroxide is dangerous

he/she further wrote that the reality is that the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America has warned people not to nebulize hydrogen peroxide and not to sniff it through the nose. Doing so is dangerous for health.

The doctor replied to Samantha

Left: Influential Indian actress Ms Samantha Ruth, who is unfortunately illiterate about health and science, is advising her millions of followers to inhale hydrogen-peroxide to prevent and treat respiratory viral infections.

Right: Scientific society, Asthma and Allergy Foundation… pic.twitter.com/Ihn2xocKUt

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samantha who is in jail

he/she wrote that if the society is truly progressing, then such people should be charged for endangering public health and can be fined or even jailed. Samantha either needs to gain knowledge herself about these social media influencers who give wrong information about health or she should have a better advisor in her team.

Wrong information can harm your health

he/she further wrote that now the question is, will the Indian Health Ministry or any health regulatory body take any action against such social media influencers who are harming the health of the public by giving wrong information? Or will they remain silent and let people die?

What is Hydrogen Peroxide?

Hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) is a chemical substance composed of two hydrogen atoms and two oxygen atoms. In its pure form it is a pale blue liquid, but for use it is usually dissolved in water, making it appear colorless. It is known for its strong oxidizing properties, making it useful as a bleaching agent, disinfectant, and antiseptic.

Side Effects of Hydrogen Peroxide

mayo clinic According to, even though hydrogen peroxide has many benefits, it can also have some side effects if not used properly.

• Skin irritation: Can cause redness, itching, and burning. Prolonged use may cause blisters or irritation.
• Slow wound healing: Can slow down the wound healing process by damaging surrounding tissues and cells.
• Drinking hydrogen peroxide can cause nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.
• Drinking too much can cause severe burns to the mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach. In severe cases, it can cause gas embolism, which can be life-threatening.
• Inhalation : Breathing in hydrogen peroxide vapors can irritate the respiratory tract, causing coughing, shortness of breath, and sore throat.
• Breathing the vapor in large amounts or for long periods of time can cause more serious breathing problems.
• Contact with eyes can cause redness, pain and irritation. Direct contact with high concentrations of the solution can cause serious eye damage, even loss of vision.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot in any way be a substitute for any medicine or treatment. Always consult your doctor for more information.