Definition

Noun: A synthetic quaternary ammonium compound used as a cationic detergent and antiseptic agent. It is particularly effective as a disinfectant for skin and surfaces, and is often found in medical and cleaning products.

Usage

Cetrimide is primarily used as an antiseptic and disinfectant. It is applied topically to cleanse wounds, prepare skin for surgery, or disinfect medical instruments and surfaces.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The nurse cleansed the wound with a solution of cetrimide.
  • Cetrimide is a key ingredient in many surgical scrubs.

Advanced Usage

• "cetrimide agar": A selective culture medium used in microbiology, containing cetrimide to inhibit the growth of most bacteria except for certain types like .
  • The sample was plated on cetrimide agar to isolate the pathogen.

Variants and Related Words

• Cetrimonium bromide: The chemical name for cetrimide, often used interchangeably in scientific contexts.

Synonyms

• Antiseptic
• Disinfectant
• Germicide

Related Phrases

• Cetrimide solution: A liquid preparation containing cetrimide, typically diluted for use.
  • The laboratory bench was wiped down with a cetrimide solution.

Noun

1. a cationic detergent that is a powerful disinfectant