Regulation of Topical Antimicrobials: History, Status and Future Perspective
- 1 November 1989
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Cambridge University Press (CUP) in Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology
- Vol. 10 (11) , 505-508
- https://doi.org/10.1086/645935
Abstract
Antimicrobial agents used as disinfectants and antiseptics are increasing in epidemiologic importance. The regulation of topical antiseptics has ranged from nonexistent, lax and confusing to inclusion in the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) over-the-counter (OTC) review of drug ingredients. This article simplifies the complex history, current status and future possibilities for the hospital use of topical antiseptic products.Keywords
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