use of terpinen - 4 - ol as antimicrobial agent against legionella pneumophila.

摘要

The present invention refers to the use of terpinen-4-ol, both in aqueous solutions and vapour form, as antimicrobial agent against bacteria of Legionella genus, preferably Legionella pneumophila for disinfecting systems for the distribution of or containing water such as building water distribution systems, cooling towers, spas, small waterlines such as dental unit, medical devices present in hospital and health care facilities or respiratory medical devices from the above bacteria. The invention indicates terpinen-4-ol concentrations and temperature ranges optimal for expression of anti-Legionella activity.