A drug used to treat a microbial infection. "Antimicrobial" is a general term that refers to a group of drugs that includes antibiotics, antifungals, antiprotozoals, and antivirals.

A substance that kills microorganisms such as bacteria or mold, or stops them from growing and causing disease.

substance to kill microorganisms (pop)

Something that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, parasites or viruses.

substances used to inhibit the growth of molds, yeasts or bacteria eg. nitrites, disinfectants, etc.

Antimicrobials are products that kill microorganisms or keep them from multiplying (reproducing) or growing. They are most commonly used to prevent or treat disease and infections due to microorganism [..]

A generic term referring to a substance or material that inhibits the growth of microorganisms.

(n) an agent (as heat or radiation or a chemical) that destroys microorganisms that might carry disease(adj) capable of destroying or inhibiting the growth of disease-causing microorganisms

A general term for antibiotics and other drugs that fight microscopic organisms in the body, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.

destructive to microbes

A chemical which either destroys or inhibits the growth of microscopic and sub-microscopic organisms.

An agent that prevents the growth of microbes.

capable of killing or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms, such as bacteria.

A large group of drugs used to fight infections caused by bacteria, fungi, and viruses.

A substance that kills microorganisms such as bacteria or mold, or stops them from growing and causing disease.

something that destroys or inhibits the growth of bacteria

An antimicrobial is an agent that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms and includes, among others, antibacterials, antimycobacterial drugs, antivirals, antifungals, and antiparasital drugs.

General term for any medication that treats infection with different kinds of bugs.

Capable of destroying or inhibiting the growth of disease-causing microorganisms.

A substance that stops the growth of microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

A popular term for an agent that protects tissues from invasion by microorganisms or aids in the preservation of food and cosmetic products.

  Destructive to or preventing the development of microorganisms. Also refers to an agent that destroys or prevents the development of microorganisms.

Antimicrobial is the characteristic of a chemical which, when used to treat filter media inhibits the growth of mold, mildew, and bacteria in the filtration media.

<microbiology, pharmacology> A drug for killing microorganisms or suppressing their multiplication or growth. (18 Nov 1997)

Literally, "against micro organisms." A substance, mechanism, or condition that inhibits the growth or existence of an organism. (e.g., fungi, bacteria, viruses and other organisms). cp &quo [..]

An antimicrobial has the ability to destroy or slow down the growth of microorganisms that cause disease. Ethyl alcohol, hydrogen peroxide and chlorine bleach are examples of antimicrobials. Sometimes [..]

Agent that kills microbial growth (i.e., chemical or substance that kills mold or other organisms). See "Biocide" and "Fungicide."

Microbes are microorganisms usually associated with germs. Applying an antimicrobial agent to certain fabrics has been proven to minimize odors. Our Antimicrobial Sport Socks contain X-Static® nylon y [..]

An agent that kills microbes. Can be effective on bacteria and/or fungi. Can be applied topically or embedded in fiber or infill.

Destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms