Bactericide

A bactericide is a substance that destroys bacteria, that is, the bacteria are killed or inhibited. Bactericides may vary in their action and mechanism of action on bacteria, but their use is widespread in various fields.

Bactericides are one of the most important tools in the fight against infectious diseases. They can kill various types of bacteria, such as tuberculosis bacillus, Staphylococcus aureus (the causative agent of gangrene); they can also be used to treat fungal infections. However, they can also be harmful to healthy cells in the body, which can lead to serious consequences.

One example of the use of bactericides is the use of antibiotics. Antibiotics