Theraputic Group
Anti-infectives & Anti-septics Oral Treatment
Anti-infectives are a type of medication used to treat infections. They can be either bactericidal, which means they kill bacteria, or bacteriostatic, which means they prevent the growth of bacteria. Some common examples of anti-infectives include antibiotics, antivirals, and antifungals.
Anti-septic refers to a substance that kills or prevents the growth of microorganisms. It is used on living tissue to reduce the risk of infection.
Common anti-septics include alcohol, iodine, and chlorhexidine.