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The term antibiotic was coined by:
The term antibiotic was coined by:
Updated On: Aug 1, 2022
- Louis Pasteur
- Alexander Flemming
- Edward Jenner
- Selman Waskman
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The Correct Option is D
Solution and Explanation
The term antibiotic was given by Selman Waksman. The first antibiotic was penicillin discovered by A. Flemming in 1924.
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Antimicrobials
Infections and diseases may be caused by different types of organisms like bacteria, fungi, and viruses, etc., in humans and animals. Antimicrobial agent is the drugs that are used to prevent the pathogenicity of microorganisms.
Examples: Antibiotics, antiseptics, and disinfectants.
It is used to prevent infections and diseases caused by pathogens. Different types of antimicrobial drugs are commonly available. These are as follows:
- Antibacterial drug: is a drug that are used to inhibit the pathogenic activity of bacteria. Example: Zithromax.
- Antifungal drug: A drug that is used to prevent the fungal activity in the host is called an antifungal drug. Example: Miconazole
- Antiviral agent: A drug which is used to stop the pathogenic action of a virus is called as antiviral agents. Example: Tamiflu.
- Antiparasitic drug: is a drug that are used to prevent the growth of pathogenic parasites. Example: Anthelmintics
Read More: Antimicrobial Resistance