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Question
Which of the following statements is not correct.
Options
Some antiseptics can be added to soaps.
Dilute solutions of some disinfectants can be used as antiseptic.
Disinfectants are antimicrobial drugs.
Antiseptic medicines can be ingested.
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Solution
Antiseptic medicines can be ingested.
Explanation:
Antiseptics are applied to the living tissues such as wounds, cuts and diseased skin surfaces. Antiseptic medicines such as antibiotics cannot be ingested.
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