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Antiseptics and Disinfectants
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Overview of Antiseptics and Disinfectants for Use With Animals
Disinfection: Process and Facility Design Factors
Acids and Alkalies as Antiseptics and Disinfectants for Use With Animals
Acids
Alkalies
Alcohols as Antiseptics and Disinfectants for Use With Animals
Biguanides as Antiseptics and Disinfectants for Use With Animals
Oxidizing Agents as Antiseptics and Disinfectants for Use With Animals
Peroxides
Halogens and Halogen-Containing Compounds
Chlorine
Iodine
Fluorine
Heat as a Disinfectant for Use With Animals
Metals as Antiseptics and Disinfectants for Use With Animals
Phenols and Related Compounds as Antiseptics and Disinfectants for Use With Animals
Reducing Agents as Antiseptics and Disinfectants for Use With Animals
Surface-active Compounds (Surfactants) as Antiseptics and Disinfectants for Use With Animals
Anionic Surfactants
Cationic Surfactants
Other Antimicrobial Agents for Use With Animals
Ultraviolet Light as Antiseptic and Disinfectant for Use With Animals
Vapor-Phase Disinfectants for Use With Animals
Practical Summary of Antiseptic and Disinfectant Use in Animals