This is still being studied, but the clinical experience to date is consistent with this hypothesis
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Participants with normal renal function were eligible for inclusion if they were judged to be of general good health by the investigator, on the basis of a medical examination (including physical examination, medical history, vital signs and electrocardiogram [ECG]) with laboratory parameters within normal limits
Oxidative stress or other conditions that deplete glutathione in the epithelium of the oral, nasal, and upper airway may, therefore, enhance susceptibility to influenza infection