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Pharmacology: Antiseptic Agents

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What is the mode of action of potassium permanganate as an antiseptic?

As a strong oxidizing agent

How does boric acid work as an antiseptic?

By changing the pH of tears to an acidic media, which inhibits the activity and growth of microorganisms

What is the difference in mode of action between potassium permanganate and boric acid as antiseptics?

Potassium permanganate acts as a strong oxidizing agent, while boric acid changes the pH of tears to inhibit microbial growth

Why is potassium permanganate effective against microorganisms?

Because of its strong oxidizing properties Signup and view all the answers

What is the common goal of using potassium permanganate and boric acid as antiseptics?

To inhibit the growth and activity of microorganisms Signup and view all the answers

What type of agent is potassium permanganate, and how does it achieve its antiseptic effect?

Strong oxidizing agent; it achieves its antiseptic effect without liberating nascent oxygen. Signup and view all the answers

How does boric acid inhibit microbial growth and activity in the eyes?

By changing the pH of tears to acidic media, thereby inhibiting microbial growth and activity. Signup and view all the answers

How do potassium permanganate and boric acid differ in their modes of action as antiseptics?

Potassium permanganate acts as a strong oxidizing agent, whereas boric acid changes the pH of tears to acidic media. Signup and view all the answers

What feature of potassium permanganate makes it useful as an antiseptic?

Its strong oxidizing properties. Signup and view all the answers

How does boric acid's mode of action relate to the growth and activity of microorganisms in the eyes?

Boric acid inhibits microbial growth and activity by creating an acidic environment in the eyes. Signup and view all the answers