ANTI-INFECTIVES: ALDEHYDES + PRESERVATIVES Flashcards
SYNONYMS
Formalin, Formol
Formaldehyde
NLT 37% w/v of HCHO with methanol
Formaldehyde
Prevents the polymerization of formaldehyde to paraformaldehyde
Methanol
Primary use of formaldehyde
Embalming Agent
Others: Deodorant, Antiseptic, Disinfectant (Gas)
Used for sterilization of equipment and instruments that cannot be autoclaved
Glutarol
(Glutaraldehyde Disinfectant Solution)
Brand Name: Cidex
SYNONYMS
Glutaraldehyde Disinfectant Solution
Glutarol
Brand Name: Cidex
Compounds that prevents contamination
Preservatives
Useful antifungal preservative for liquid dosage forms; has low toxicity
Parabens
Parabens are esters of ____.
p-hydroxybenzoic acid
White crystalline powders for molds
Methylparaben
(methyl-p-hydroxybenzoate)
White crystalline powders for yeast
Propylparaben
(propyl-p-hydroxybenzoate)
SYNONYMS
Chloretone
Chlorobutanol
SYNONYMS
Phenylcarbinol/Phenylmethanol
Benzylalcohol
SYNONYMS
Orange oil/Rose oil
Used in perfumery
Phenylethyl alcohol
SYNONYMS
2,4-hexadienoic acid
Sorbic Acid