NEET2018ChemistryChemistry in Everyday LifeActual
Which type of drugs come under anti-microbial drugs?
Options
- AAntiseptics, antacids, antihista mines
- BTranquilizers, antiseptics, antifertility
- CTranquilizers, analgesics, antiseptics
- DAntiseptics, antibiotics, disinfectants
Correct answer
D. Antiseptics, antibiotics, disinfectants
Step-by-step solution
Bacteria, virus, fungi and other pathogens are microorganisms. These may cause diseases in human beings and animals. An antimicrobial drug prevents the development or inhibit the pathogenic action of microorganisms such as bacteria (antibacterial drug), virus (antiviral drugs), fungi (antifungal drugs) or other parasite (antiparasite drugs selectively). Antibiotics, antiseptics and disinfectants are antimicrobial drugs.