Which of the following statements is true?
A) Some disinfectants can be used as antiseptics at low concentration
B) Ampicillin is semi synthetic antibiotic
C) Aspirin is both analgesic and antipyretic

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A,B,C

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

To kill any of the microorganisms living on the surface of the body, antiseptics are used on living organisms, such as human skin. Disinfectants are used on non-living things to kill the microorganisms living on inanimate surfaces, such as countertops and handrails.
Ampicillin is a type of penicillin beta-lactam antibiotic used in the treatment of susceptible, usually gram-positive, organisms causing bacterial infections. Ampicillin is a semi-synthetic penicillin derivative that functions as a good broad-spectrum oral antibiotic.
Aspirin which is acetylsalicylic acid is a salicylate drug that is used as an analgesic to treat pains and aches as well as an antipyretic to reduce fever. So, this statement is correct.

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