Question

Which type of drugs comes under antimicrobial drugs?

Answer 1

Anti-microbial drugs

• The drugs used to treat microbial infections are called anti-microbial drugs. They kill or prevent the growth of a wide range of microorganisms.
• Anti-microbial medicines can be grouped according to the microorganisms they primarily act against.
• For example, antibiotics are used against bacteria, and antifungals are used against fungi.
• Antibiotics, sulpha drugs (sulphonamide), antiseptics and disinfectants come under antimicrobial drugs, which helps in controlling microbial activities.
• Antimicrobial drugs also include, anti-protozoans and anti-viral drugs.