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What is the difference between antibiotics and antiseptics?
The difference between antibiotics and antiseptics are the following;- Antiseptics are used outside the body e.g to clean wounds or on the surface it prevents infection rather than treating them also it destroys the bacteria and stops them from growing Antibiotics are drugs usually taken as a pill or injected inside 2 types of antibiotics;- Antibacterials Antifungals
What is the role of antiseptics in bacterial infection?
Antiseptics kill bacteria in bacterial infections. They also prevent any other germs from entering the site of the infection such as in a cut.
What are drugs used to relieve pain a analgesics b antibiotics c antiseptics?
a analgesics. Antibiotics are for infections. Antiseptics to clean wounds etc and kill germs externally
What is different between the disinfectant and antiseptics?
Antibiotics are internal medicine. Disinfectants can be used on any surface. Antiseptics refer to specific compounds used to kill pretty much any microorganism outside the human body.
Why should hand antiseptics not be use in place of hand washing?
Handwashing is the number 1 way to eliminate germs. By effective washing we remove the germs from our hands. Effective washing meaning that you vigorously rub your hands with soap - front and back and between your fingers - for at least 1-3 minutes. Antiseptics on the other hand do not "remove" the germs, they merely kill them on the surface. Why is this different? Certain bacteria have an inner spore. Antiseptics kill the outside of the germ but leave the active spore which is actually more harmful than the bacteria itself. You can only 'remove' the germ by washing your hands.
How does the enzymes in bacteria react to antiseptics?
The enzymes in the body are probably get destroyed by the antiseptics. Antiseptics are usually poisons for humans also and they ruthlessly kill the bacteria.
What is used in iodized salt and medical antiseptics?
Iodine is used in Iodized salt and medical antiseptics, in the latter to kill germs, particularly in cuts and incisions. It is used in Iodized salt to get Iodine to the small gland in the human neck called the Thyroid gland, which helps regulate the body's energy.
How does deodorants disinfectants and antiseptics help prevent spread of diseases?
I'm not sure about deodorant, but disinfectants literally do as the name says, the disinfect the area stopping germs and bacteria spreading, preventing diseases and infections. Antiseptics remove and kill bacteria and if the bacteria can not be spread then nor can the disease.
What is role of antiseptic in bacterial infections?
Antiseptics kill bacteria in bacterial infections. They also prevent any other germs from entering the site of the infection such as in a cut.
Who discovered antiseptics would kill germs in surgery?
The discovery that antiseptics could kill germs in surgery is primarily attributed to Joseph Lister, a British surgeon. In the 1860s, Lister implemented the use of carbolic acid (phenol) to sterilize surgical instruments and clean wounds, significantly reducing infection rates. His pioneering work laid the foundation for modern surgical practices and the importance of antiseptic techniques in medicine.
Will leaving a carpet outside in the sun kill germs?
Yes as long as its not overly humid outside.
What kills infective bacteria outside the body?
Infective bacteria outside the body can be killed by disinfectants such as bleach, rubbing alcohol, and hydrogen peroxide. Heat, UV light, and certain antimicrobial agents can also be effective in killing bacteria.
