Vitamin A nasal drops to be trialled for treatment of Covid sense of smell loss

The researchers hope the study “could one day help improve the lives of millions around the world who suffer from smell loss, by returning their fifth sense.”

A new study will consider whether vitamin A can help those who have lost their sense of smell after having Covid-19. Picture: Aaron Chown/PA

A new study will consider whether vitamin A can help those who have lost their sense of smell after having Covid-19.

The 12-week ‘Apollo trial’ will treat people who have experienced smell loss or an altered sense of smell as a result of viral infections with nasal drops containing the vitamin, the University of East Anglia (UEA) said in a statement.