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Which of these is an example of an antiseptic?

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Aspirin
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Paracetamol
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Turmeric
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Diclofenac
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The correct option is C Turmeric
An antiseptic is a medicine that is applied externally on infected skin or wound. It slows or stops the growth of micro-organisms and prevents infections. ​
Turmeric is a natural antiseptic. Diclofenac, paracetamol and aspirin are antipyretic drugs, which are used to treat fever.

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