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Sanitizer vs antibacterial
This bothers me ...How people are confused about the difference b/w alcohol sanitizer and antibacterial products. Funny thing is you might have it in products, like your deodorant, and not even know it. It goes under the name "Triclosan."
Alcohol based sanitizer is not horrible if you use it in appropriate situations. Obviously handwashing is best and exposure to some germs is good for you.
Can antibacterial soaps/products create ‘superbugs’ ?
Yes. Antibacterial agents… potentially leave the resistant bacteria to survive and multiply and may promote the development of resistant genes, commonly referred to as ‘superbugs’
Do alcohol-based hand sanitizers also create ‘superbugs’?
No. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers do not contain the same ingredients as antibacterial soaps and skin products. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers kill germs on hands quickly and will not cause germs to become resista
Asked by Anonymous at 5:01 PM on Oct. 16, 2010 in Kids' Health
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So, what's the question?
Answer by SabrinaMBowen at 5:05 PM on Oct. 16, 2010
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lol, i was thinking she was going to post a continuation but guess not.
Answer by princessbeth79 at 5:06 PM on Oct. 16, 2010
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We won't use either, especially on our kids.
Answer by Erin814 at 5:06 PM on Oct. 16, 2010
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I stopped buying antibacterial products since my doctor told me that using them gets rid of the good bacteria too. I use soap and water to wash my hands whenever possible but do carry a small bottle of hand sanitizer from Bath and Body Works for times I can't wash my hands. I have horrible allergies and sneeze a lot, so I use the sanitizer after I sneeze.
Answer by tyfry7496 at 11:34 PM on Oct. 16, 2010
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soap & water is best
Answer by Ashlynnsmommy07 at 11:59 PM on Oct. 16, 2010
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Yes, and...... ??????
Answer by Roadfamily6now at 12:50 AM on Oct. 17, 2010
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Is there a point? Is there a question?
We use good old soap and water here.
Answer by Pnukey at 10:17 AM on Oct. 18, 2010
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So no question? Why not post stuff like this in your groups or in your journal?
Answer by PhilsBabyMama at 11:36 AM on Oct. 19, 2010
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Funny, I already knew this....was waiting for the question to come in but....guess not?
Answer by mainemusicmaker at 10:02 AM on Oct. 31, 2010
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