Pharmacologic Substance
isopropyl alcohol
i·so·pro·pyl al·co·hol
Brand Names:
ChloraPrep; DuraPrep; Prevantics
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Definitions related to isopropyl alcohol:
  • (2-propanol) An isomer of 1-PROPANOL. It is a colorless liquid having disinfectant properties. It is used in the manufacture of acetone and its derivatives and as a solvent. Topically, it is used as an antiseptic.
    NLM Medical Subject Headings
    U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2025
  • An isomer of propyl alcohol with antibacterial properties. Although the exact mechanism of isopropanol's disinfecting action is not known, it might kill cells by denaturing cell proteins and DNA, interfering with cellular metabolism, and dissolving cell lipo-protein membranes. Isopropanol is used in soaps and lotions as an antiseptic.
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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