If alcohol is so effective at killing bacteria/viruses, why isn’t it used more often in medication?

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Alcohol kills all cells, not just bacteria.

Medicine/antibiotics are like putting a stronger fighter in the ring against the bacteria/viruses. Alcohol is like filling the boxing club with lava. So you can use it outside, but if you wanna cure a human, you need more targeted medication.