Antimicrobial Treatments Overview Flashcards
1
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What is an antibiotic?
A
An antibiotic is an antimicrobial agent produced by a microorganism that kills or inhibits other microorganism.
2
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How are most antibiotics produced today?
A
Most antibiotics in use today are produced by soil-dwelling fungi or bacteria.
3
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What are antimicrobials?
A
Antimicrobials are chemicals that selectively kill or inhibit microbes (bacteria, fungi, viruses)
4
Q
What’s the difference between bactericidals and bacteriostatics?
A
Bactericidals kill bacteria whereas baceteriostatics stop bacteria growing.
5
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What are antiseptics?
A
Antiseptics are chemicals that kills or inhibits microbes and are usually used topically to prevent infection.
