A chemical or physical process that kills or inactivates microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and protozoa.
A chemical (commonly chlorine, chloramine, or ozone) or physical process (e.g., ultraviolet light) that kills microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and protozoa.
Agent that destroys or inhibits microorganisms that cause disease.
a solution used to kill bacteria.
Agent that kills, inhibits, or removes microorganisms that may cause disease.
An agent that frees from infection by killing the vegetative cells of microorganisms.
an agent (as heat or radiation or a chemical) that destroys microorganisms that might carry disease
preventing infection by inhibiting the growth or action of microorganisms
a chemical agent which is capable of destroying disease causing bacteria or pathogens, but not spores and not all viruses
a chemical capable of disinfection
a chemical capable of killing microbial cells
a chemical or mixture of chemicals capable of killing pathogenic microorganisms associated with inanimate objects
a chemical, which kills some harmful germs and reduces the number of other bacteria to a safe level for example bleach
a germicidal chemical substance that kills microorganisms on inanimate objects, such as instruments and other equipment, that cannot be exposed to heat
a liquid chemical that kills microorganisms on non-living surfaces
an agents used to disinfect inanimate objects but generally to toxic to use on human tissues
an agent that cleanses by inhibiting, neutralizing or destroying the growth of harmful microorganisms
a substance applied to the outside of the body, or to non-living material in order to kill any micro-organisms which may be present
a substance that destroys or eliminates a specific species of infectious or other public health microorganism, but not necessarily bacterial spores, in the inanimate environment
a substance that destroys or irreversibly inactivates infectious or other undesirable bacteria, pathogenic fungi, and viruses or surfaces on inanimate objects
a toxic substance which kills living organisms
a chemical that kills or stops the growth of bacteria and germs.
an agent that destroys infection-producing organisms. Generally disinfectants are applied to inanimate objects such as floors and equipment, since they are usually too strong to be use on living tissue.
A product that has received EPA registration based upon claims to kill bacteria, viruses, or other microorganisms. For purposes of this standard, the word disinfectant includes “sanitizer”, “disinfectant” and “sterilant
Disinfectant is a chemical product designed to kill and remove most pathogenic microorganisms found on inanimate surfaces in a restroom. See Disinfectant-Cleaner.
Agent that inhibits the growth of or destroys harmful microorganisms such as bacteria.
Solution or liquid that slows or impairs the growth of organisms, bacteria, etc. Soft lenses must be stored in a disinfecting solution. Temporary storage in saline is allowed, but the lenses will have to be disinfected prior to the next use. RGP lenses can be stored in tap water in an emergency, but will need to be cleaned and con conditioned by soaking in an appropriate disinfecting solution prior to use.
an agent used to destroy micro-organisms outside a living animal.
a chemical than be applied to objects to destroy microbes. page top
A chemical germicide used to disinfect surfaces. Most are not geared for use on the human skin. Examples include ammonium, chlorine, and phenolic (used in hospitals). For use on the skin, alcohol and hydrogen peroxide are the ones used most often.
A chemical that destroys bacteria.
Kills infections and disease producing microorganisms.
A product that destroys microorganisms on inanimate surfaces.
These herbs destroy pathogenic microbes that cause infectious diseases. Examples are apamarga, arka, gudachi, katuka, sandalwood.
A chemical which inhibits disease causing microorganisms.
prevents or combats spread of germs
An agent that is intended to kill or remove pathogenic micro-organisms, with the exception of bacterial spores.
something, usually a chemical, that kills disease-causing microorganisms.
A chemical used to purify water from contamination.
An agent which will kill most microorganisms (bacteria, viruses) it contacts.
a chemical or physical process that kills pathogenic organisms in water. Chlorine is often used to disinfect sewage treatment effluent, water supplies, wells, and swimming pools. Ultraviolet radiation is another disinfecting process used in wastewater treatment.
Any agent for destroying the causal agent of disease after infection.
Any oxidant, such as chlorine, used to kill microorganisms.
An antimicrobial intended to destroy or irreversibly inactivate infectious or other undesirable bacteria, pathogenic fungi, or viruses on surfaces or inanimate objects.
prevents and combats the spread of germs
An agent that destroys or inactivates harmful microorganisms.
a substance that kills microorganisms - usually a chemical
An agent that inhibits, neutralizes or destroys potentially harmful bacteria. May contain synthetic phenols, quaternary ammonium chemicals (quats), sodium hypochlorite (bleach), or iodine.
a product that kills pathogenic microorganisms
An agent that kills the growing forms, but not necessarily the spores, of microorganisms; especially for use on inanimate surfaces.
An agent which destroys harmful bacteria and/or viruses on inanimate surfaces (except spores). Products which claim to be a disinfectant must be registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and say so on the label with an EPA number.
An agent used to completely destroy all harmful bacteria. Labeling for such materials requires proof of effectiveness for registration with EPA.
A chemical which inactivates or destroys disease causing agents on a surface or item to the point where they are no longer capable of transmitting infection; and the surface or item is rendered safe for handling, use, or disposal.
Chemicals or processes which work to destroy vegetative forms of microorganisms and other contaminants. Examples are chlorine, bromine, Soft-Swim, ionizers and copper and silver algaecides.
Any oxidant, including but not limited to chlorine, chlorine dioxide, chloramines, and ozone, that is added to water in any part of the treatment or distribution process and is intended to kill or inactivate pathogenic microorganisms.
A disinfectant is a chemical (e.g. chlorine, chloramines or ozone) or physical process (e.g. UV light) that kills microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria and protozoa.
a chemical agent used on inanimate objects (i.e., nonliving) (e.g., floors, walls, sinks) to destroy virtually all recognized pathogenic microorganisms, but not necessarily all microbial forms (e.g., bacterial endospores). The EPA groups disinfectants on whether the product label claims “limited,” “general'” or “hospital” disinfectant.
A chemical that kills bacteria and deodorizes. Enzymes: Proteins (formed by cells) that break down oily, odorous, gooey substances and converts them to water and carbon dioxide.
An agent used to destroy germs.
Chemicals, elements or processes which destroy vegetative forms of microorganisms and other contaminants. Examples are chlorine, bromine, ionisers, ozonators and copper & silver algaecides.
Substance used on inanimate objects which destroy harmful microorganisms or inhibit their activity.
A product or ingredient that can help destroy microorganisms that cause infection.
A physical or chemical agent that frees a plant, organ, or tissue from infection. ()
A chemical or physical process that kills pathogenic organisms in water, air, or on surfaces. Chlorine is often used to disinfect sewage treatment effluent, water supplies, wells, and swimming pools.
A pesticide that controls germs. The destruction of disease germs.
Disinfectants are antimicrobial agents that are applied to non-living objects to destroy microorganisms, the process of which is known as disinfection. Disinfectants should generally be distinguished from antibiotics that destroy microorganisms within the body, and from antiseptics, which destroy microorganisms on living tissue. Sanitisers are high level disinfectants that kill over 99.9% of a target microorganism in applicable situations.
