Antimicrobial describes anything that kills microorganisms or stops them from growing, including bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. Antibiotics are antimicrobials that treat bacterial infections. Antiseptics, such as alcohol and chlorhexidine, are antimicrobials used on skin.
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