Antibiotic resistance: the facts

Overuse and misuse of antibiotics is increasing the problem of antibiotic resistance. We can all help reduce antibiotic resistance. Read the facts that bust some common misconceptions about antibiotic use.

 
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Antibiotics don’t work for all infections

Antibiotics only work against bacteria. They don’t work against viruses, which cause common colds and flu. Taking an antibiotic when you don’t need one will not make you feel better or recover more quickly.

When you start to feel better it’s usually because your immune system is doing the work to fight your infection.

Find out more about how antibiotics work

     

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The facts about antibiotics (Arabic)

Date published : 31 May 2017