Question

Which of the following statements is not correct?
(a) Some antiseptics can be added to soaps
(b) Dilute solutions of some disinfectants can be used as antiseptic
(c) Disinfectants are antimicrobial drugs
(d) Antiseptic medicines can be ingested

Answer 1

Answer: (d) Antiseptic medicines can be ingested

Antiseptics are applied to the living tissues such as wounds, cuts and diseased skin surfaces. Antiseptic medicines such as antibiotics cannot be ingested.