Alcohol is a transparent, volatile liquid and has no color. It has a characteristic spirituous odor and has a burning taste. The alcohol that is consumed for recreational purpose is ethyl alcohol. It has a number of well known medical properties. It is a potent antiseptic. It is applied on the skin before giving any injection as it disinfects the area immediately. Iodine is commonly employed along with alcohol in this antiseptic mixture. (more…)