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A member asked:
Does rubbing alcohol kill the flu germs on surfaces like my couch and doorknobs!? the flu seems to be quite prevalent this season and i want to try to keep my home germ free?
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Isopropyl alcohol contains only 70% alcohol. In the hospital and clinic setting, we use Cavi Wipes because it has bactericidal, virucidal, fungucidal, and tubercucidal properties. In other words, the packaging should state whether or not it kills Influenza,
Answered 12/1/2022
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