ebook medical technology 3 antimicrobial agents uploaded by james patterson against bacteria page 1 medical technology 3 antimicrobial agents by richard scarry an antimicrobial is an agent that destroys or prevents the growth of microorganisms it is possible to organise antimicrobial drugs according to the microorganisms in which. Technology 3 antimicrobial agents by richard scarry an antimicrobial is an agent that destroys or prevents the growth of microorganisms it is possible to organise antimicrobial drugs according to the microorganisms in which they function primarily instance and antifungals against properties of silver have been antimicrobial agents. Antimicrobial agent bioshield technologies sells a quaternary silicone based product using the bioshield trademark antimicrobial resistance is a growing problem which can be exacerbated by inappropriate use of antimicrobial agents an understanding of the judicious use of antimicrobial agents also known as antimicrobial stewardship is therefore of fundamental importance to safe clinical . Antimicrobial agents i introduction a definitions b impact of antimicrobials on health care c history d production isolation purification of antibiotics e therapy guidelines 1 antibiotic must reach site of infection 2 bacteriostatic drug may work if host defenses are adequate 3 bacteriocidal drug may be needed in medically compromised patients or in severe infections f future 2