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DISINFECTION AND STERILIZATION •    Sterilization is the best destruction or com removal_of all forms of micro organisms. •    Disinfection is the destruction of many microorganisms but usually the b spores. •    Antisepsis is the destruction or inhibition of microorganisms in living tissues thereby limiting or preventing the harmful effect of infection. •    Astatic Agent  wo…

Recurrent Aphthous Ulcers (Canker Sores) Overview of Recurrent Aphthous Ulcers (RAU) Definition: Recurrent aphthous ulcers, commonly known as canker sores, are painful ulcerations that occur on the unattached mucous membranes of the mouth. They are characterized by their recurrent nature and can significantly impact the quality of life for affected individuals. Demographics: RAU is most prevalent in sc…

Sphingosine is an amino alcohol present in sphingomyelins (sphingophospholipids).  They do not contain glycerol at all. Sphingosine is attached by an amide linkage to a fatty acid to produce ceramide. The alcohol group of sphingosine is bound to phosphorylcholine in sphingomyelin structure. . Sphingomyelins are important constituents of myelin and are found in good quantity in brain and nervous tissues.…

Chloral hydrate 1. Short-acting sleep inducer—less risk of “hangover” effect the next day. 2. Little change on REM sleep. 3. Metabolized to trichloroethanol, an active metabolite; further metabolism inactivates the drug. 4. Used for conscious sedation in dentistry. 5. Can result in serious toxicity if the dose is not controlled.…

Miconazole Miconazole is an  imidazole antifungal agent commonly used in topical sprays, creams and ointments applied to the  skin to cure fungal infections such as Athlete's foot and Jock itch. It may also be used internally to treat vaginal  yeast infection. When used by a person taking the anticoagulant medication warfarin, Miconazole may cause an adverse reaction which can lead to excessive bleeding or bruising.…