Antiseptics essential

Other common components of essential oils are the monoterpenic monocycHc alcohols a-terpineol (found in hlac, marjoram, cardamom, star anise oil and other oils), terpinen-4-ol (4-terpineol), also known as 4-carvomenthenol, is a component of the essential oils of pine (Pinus spp., Pinaceae), eucalyptus Eucalyptus spp. Myrtaceae), marjoram and thyme (see Table 8.32, later). It is also the main component of the antiseptic essential oil of the Australian tree Melaleuca alternifolia (Myrtaceae), known as tea tree oil. It often occurs as a racemate. (- -)-Terpinen-4-ol occurs at about... 

Clove bud oil is frequendy used iu perfumery for its natural sweet-spicy note but the greatest appHcation is iu the davor area iu a large variety of food products, including spice blends, seasoniugs, piddes, canned meats, baked goods, ready-made mixes, etc. As iu the case of cinnamon bark oil, its well-known antiseptic properties make it ideal for appHcation iu mouth washes, gargles, dentifrices, and pharmaceutical and dental preparations. Candy, particulady chewing gum, is also davored with clove bud oil iu combination with other essential oils. 

When iodine dissolves in organic solvents, it produces solutions having a variety of colors. These colors arise from the different interactions between the I2 molecules and the solvent (Fig. 15.21). The element is only slightly soluble in water, unless I ions are present, in which case the soluble, brown triiodide ion, I,, is formed. Iodine itself has few direct uses but dissolved in alcohol, it is familiar as a mild oxidizing antiseptic. Because it is an essential trace element for living systems but scarce in inland areas, iodides are added to table salt (sold as iodized salt ) in order to prevent an iodine deficiency. 

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Ethanol (CH3CH2OH) is widely used as a disinfectant and antiseptic. The presence of water is essential for activity, hence 100% ethanol is ineffective. Concentrations between 60 and 95% are bactericidal but a 70% solution is usually employed for the disinfection of skin, clean instruments or surfaces. At higher concentrations, e.g. 90%, ethanol is also active against most viruses, including TUV. Ethanol is also a popular choice in pharmaceutical preparations and cosmetic products as a solvent and preservative. 

Iodine is an essential nutrient element required for thyroid gland. It is added to salt and to animal feeds for the prevention of goiter. In medicine it is used as a therapeutic reagent for the treatment of various thyroid-related diseases. It also is used as an antiseptic. Radioactive isotopes of iodine are used for treating thyroid cancer, heart diseases including tachycardia, and as a tracer for diagnosing certain diseases. 

People have always been interested in the odour and use of essential oils (from herbs and spices). This is probably attributable to their aromas, and also to the bacteriostatic and antiseptic properties of many of the aroma chemicals they contain. While the use of essential oils is associated with mankind s history, the beginning of perfumery is more difficult to define. 

Pogostemon cablin Benth. Huo Xiang (Patchouli) (branch, leaf) Essential oils.60 Antiseptic, for abdominal pain, cold, diarrhea. 

N.A. Alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, delta-limonene.98-99 Mild antiseptic effect, essential oil for asthma, respiratory infections, digestive disorder. 

Yarrow possesses diaphoretic, antipyretic, hypotensive, astringent, diuretic, and urinary antiseptic properties. Traditionally, it has been used for fevers, common colds, essential hypertension, amenorrhea, dysentery, diarrhea, and specifically for thrombotic conditions with hypertension, including cerebral and coronary thromboses. 

Medicinal Uses of Alcohol Alcohol is seldom prescribed for medicinal use. The medicinal use of alcohol is essentially restricted to external use and a as vehicle for liquid preparations such as syrups and tinctures. It is frequently used as an antiseptic, as a rubefacient for sprains and joint pain, to reduce the body temperature as an alcohol sponge, and as an injection to relieve neurologic pain. 

Consider that if 10 ml of a cell suspension is removed from a vessel it is replaced by 10 ml of air. It is therefore essential to reduce airborne contamination to a minimum. In an undisturbed room bacteria and fungal spores rapidly settle to the floor or the bench, and hence regular cleaning of the floor and bench with antiseptic solutions is required. The floor of the work room should be free of cracks and should be cleaned daily with a disinfectant solution. The work bench should be swabbed down before and after each use with a solution of 70% ethanol. This also serves to kill cultured cells which may have been spilt and hence prevents their transfer to other cultures (see 2.2). 

Ajowan seed has been popular from ancient times for its use in folk medicines. The seeds contain an essential oil with 50% thymol, which is a strong germicide, antispasmodic and fungicide. Thymol is also used in toothpaste and perfumery. It is used in a steeped liquid form against diarrhoea and flatulence. In India, the seeds are used as a household remedy for indigestion and colic and are used in poultices to relieve asthma and arthritis. It is also reported to have aphrodisiac properties (http //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ajwain http //www.theepicentre.com/Spices/ ajowan.html). Thymol isolated from the oil is a powerful antiseptic and an ingredient in a number of skin ointments/powders, deodorants, mouthwashes, toothpastes and gargles. 

The essential oil of aniseed is reported to be antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, diuretic, expectorant and stimulant. It is good for bronchitis, colds, cramps, emotional balancing, headlice, muscular aches and pains, muscular spasm, rheumatism and stress (http //www.tigerlillys.co.nz/ Properties.htm). 

Essential oil preparations from a variety of plants have found industrial applications relating to taste (liqueurs and flavour additives) and odour (perfumes, liqueurs, agents for masking unpleasant odours and pleasant-smelling phenolic antiseptics). Many... 

Erythematous (Atrophic) Candidiasis. No pseudomembranes the mucosal surface is inflamed, often associated with local discomfort. In its chronic variant, bacteria probably play a pathogenic role too, so the use of antiseptics in addition to antifungal treatment is essential. 

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