antimicrobial agents

Is a meta-term.

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Bibliographic note

ATC code: J01

Pronunciation

/ˌæn ti maɪˈkroʊ bi əl ˈeɪ dʒənt/

Part of Speech

noun

Definition

An agent which kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms. A very broad term that encompasses antibiotics, antibacterials, antifungals, antiparasitics, and antivirals.

antimicrobial agents
Accepted term: 21-Apr-2015