Virkon
Template:Short description Virkon is a multi-purpose disinfectant. It contains potassium peroxymonosulfate<ref>Template:Cite web</ref> (an oxidizing agent), sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate (a detergent), sulfamic acid (a cleaning agent), and inorganic buffers. It is typically used for cleaning up hazardous spills, disinfecting surfaces and soaking equipment. The solution is used in many areas, including hospitals, laboratories, nursing homes, funeral homes, dental and veterinary facilities, and anywhere else where control of pathogens is required.<ref name="VirkonEPA">Antec International (2003). Virkon Broad Spectrum Disinfectant (EPA Label). Template:Cite web</ref>
1% Virkon has a wide spectrum of activity against pathogens.<ref>Template:Cite journal</ref> This includes at least 300 strains/clinical isolates from 76 bacteria, 47 strains/clinical isolates from 35 viruses, and 45 strains/clinical isolates from 17 fungi.<ref>Template:Cite web</ref>
It has been proven effective against SARS-COV-2,<ref>Template:Cite web</ref> the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).<ref>Template:Cite web</ref> However, it is less effective against pathogenic fungi than some alternative disinfectants.<ref>Template:Cite journal</ref>