antiseptics
Wound-cleaning solutions
Antiseptics are substances that kill or inhibit microorganisms, used to prevent infection on living tissue.
Alcohol swabs, iodine, and hydrogen peroxide are common antiseptics applied to wounds or skin before surgery.
The term extends figuratively to anything that cleanses or purifies: His humor served as an antiseptic against despair.
Distinguished from disinfectants, which are used on surfaces rather than skin.
Medical-grade antimicrobial compound
- iodineAntiseptic element, atomic fifty-three
- hydrogen peroxideOxidizing disinfectant and bleach
- isopropanolSecondary propyl alcohol
- ethanolDrinkable volatile spirit
phenol · povidone-iodine · mercurochrome · gentian violet · boric acid · thymol · silver nitrate · alcohol
Able to destroy microbes
- germicidalAble to kill microbes
- antimicrobialKills or inhibits germs
- antibacterialKills or inhibits germs
- fungicidalAble to destroy molds
broad-spectrum · non-toxic · fast-acting · water-soluble · staining · astringent · caustic · diluted
Treatment of bodily injuries
- sterilizationComplete elimination of microbes
- dressingSauce for salads
- gauzeOpen-weave medical fabric
- swabAbsorbent cleaning implement
irrigation · debridement · topical application · infection prevention · suture · laceration · abrasion · burn treatment
Waterless palm cleanser
- mouthwashLiquid for gargling clean
- wound washSolution for cleaning injuries
- surgical scrubAntiseptic hand-cleansing protocol
- eye washNonsense or optic rinse
ear drops · nasal spray · burn gel · bandage · cotton ball · applicator · dispenser · squeeze bottle
Disease caused by microorganisms
- PasteurFrench scientist's surname
- KochGerman family name
- hospital reformChanges to medical facility systems
- phenolAromatic hydroxyl compound
chlorhexidine
Medical-grade antimicrobial compound
- iodineAntiseptic element, atomic fifty-three
- hydrogen peroxideOxidizing disinfectant and bleach
- isopropanolSecondary propyl alcohol
ethanol · phenol · povidone-iodine · mercurochrome · gentian violet · boric acid · thymol · silver nitrate · alcohol · bleach
bactericidal
Able to destroy microbes
- germicidalAble to kill microbes
- antimicrobialKills or inhibits germs
- antibacterialKills or inhibits germs
fungicidal · broad-spectrum · non-toxic · fast-acting · water-soluble · staining · astringent · caustic · diluted · concentrated
wound care
Treatment of bodily injuries
- sterilizationComplete elimination of microbes
- dressingSauce for salads
- gauzeOpen-weave medical fabric
swab · irrigation · debridement · topical application · infection prevention · suture · laceration · abrasion · burn treatment · post-operative care
hand sanitizer
Waterless palm cleanser
- mouthwashLiquid for gargling clean
- wound washSolution for cleaning injuries
- surgical scrubAntiseptic hand-cleansing protocol
eye wash · ear drops · nasal spray · burn gel · bandage · cotton ball · applicator · dispenser · squeeze bottle
germ theory
Disease caused by microorganisms
- PasteurFrench scientist's surname
- KochGerman family name
- hospital reformChanges to medical facility systems
- Germ Killingdisinfection, sterilization, disinfectants, tetracyclines, sulfonamides
- hygienehygiene, handwashing, toothbrush, hand washing, sanitizer
- first aidbandage, bandages, first aid kit, tourniquet, gauze pads
- hygiene suppliessoap, hand soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant
- wound carebandage, bandages, gauze, gauze pads, dressings
- Antimicrobialsantibiotic, antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiviral, antifungal
antisepticsagar
Algae-derived gelling substance
pathogens · germs · probiotics · infectious agents · bacteria
antisepticscontaminants
Unwelcome substances in something pure
pollutants · filth · dirt · sewage · toxins
antisepticspoisons
Harmful ingested substances
toxins · infectious agents · pathogens · irritants · corrosives
- hand antisepticDisinfectant for palms
- antiseptic creamMedicated salve preventing infection
- antiseptic wipesPre-moistened sterilizing cloths
- antiseptic sprayPressurized wound-cleaning solution
- antiseptic gelGerm-killing topical liquid
- antiseptic propertiesGerm-killing characteristics