“Mirny” for 9 years: an oral vaccine to combat urinary tract infections will soon appear?

MV140. Behind this name lies a new vaccine against recurrent urinary tract infections, developed by a Spanish pharmaceutical company. Immunotech. Principle: two sprays of a pineapple-flavored suspension under the tongue every day for three months.

This is the starting point. But does it really work? To find out, researchers from Royal Berkshire Hospital from the UK administered the vaccine to 89 people suffering from recurrent urinary tract infections and followed them for several years.

9 years of peace

As Dr. Bob Young, a urologist who led the study, explains: “Before receiving the vaccine, all of our participants suffered from recurrent UTIs, which are difficult to treat for many women.“.

But once administered, the result was convincing: 54% of participants remained free of urinary tract infections for nine years without any noticeable side effects. And for those who have developed cystitis again,”just drinking a lot of water was enough to cure it“, the authors explain.

“While we must be pragmatic, this vaccine represents a potential breakthrough in the prevention of urinary tract infections and may offer a safe and effective alternative to traditional treatments. Many of our members have told us that the vaccine has restored their quality of life.“, scientists conclude.”This vaccine is very easy to administer and GPs can administer it over a three-month course.“

Mark : Recurrent cystitis is defined in France as four or more urinary tract infections within 12 months.