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| When the body is caused by an infection such as a common cold, influenza, skin infection Anyone would want them to go away as quickly as possible. And how to treat infectious diseases that people tend to think of first is Antibiotic use But did you know that Antibiotics do not cure all types of infections. And if used in the wrong way In addition to not improving the symptoms of illness. There may also be some side effects, so we want you to use antibiotics properly. In order to be able to treat disease effectively And does not adversely affect your body as well
What is an antibiotic?
Antibiotics are drugs that help the body better fight bacterial infections. This drug works by killing. Or inhibit the division of bacteria in the body
Usually when bacteria enter the body Our immune system eliminates bacteria before they multiply and cause disease. Or even if the disease is caused by a bacterial infection Our immune system can get rid of the infection anyway. But sometimes If the number of pathogenic bacteria is greater than the immune system can eliminate. Your doctor may need antibiotics to help your body get rid of bacteria better.
The first antibiotic was penicillin, which is still very popular today.
Antibiotics come in many forms, such as
Oral antibiotics That comes in the form of tablets, capsules, water pills, etc.
Antibiotics for external use That may come in the form of creams, gels, ointments, labels, sprays for use on the skin. Or sometimes it may come in a liquid form such as ear drops, eye drops.
Antibiotics for injection or intravenous administration They are mostly used for severe infections.
Antibiotic use What diseases can be treated?
Many people may misunderstand that If the disease is caused by an infection No matter what disease Can be treated with antibiotics But in fact Antibiotics can only treat disease caused by bacterial infection.
Examples of popular bacterial infections treated with antibiotics include:
Pharyngitis (Strep Throat)
Urinary tract infections
Bacterial infectious skin disease
Whooping cough
Bacterial meningitis
Nephritis
Cystitis
Bacterial pneumonia
You have to keep in mind that Antibiotics can only treat bacterial infections. It cannot be used to treat viral infections.
Examples of viral infections are
Common cold
influenza
Bronchitis
Gastroenteritis
Herpes
HPV infection (Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
Chickenpox
Shingles
Side effects from Antibiotic use
Although antibiotics can help treat bacterial infections. But taking an antibiotic can also cause side effects. The risk of side effects from antibiotics increases if you take an oral antibiotic. This is because antibiotics can cause bacteria in the gut to lose balance.
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The most common side effects are:
squeamish
vomit
Diarrhea
Bloating or indigestion
Stomachache
No appetite
In rare cases, serious side effects may occur. As well as
Clostridium difficile infection (CDI), resulting in sudden diarrhea leading to severe intestinal damage. And may be fatal
Allergic reaction That can sometimes be so severe that it can be fatal
Drug-resistant bacteria The dangers of using the wrong antibiotic
Improper use of antibiotics, such as overusing drugs, using drugs that are not needed, can lead to antibiotic resistance, also known as antibiotic resistance. Antibiotic-resistant bacteria or antibiotic-resistant bacteria are those bacteria that adapt to antibiotic resistance. Until the antibiotic used to effectively treat the disease caused by bacteria Can no longer kill bacteria or cure disease
How to use antibiotics safely
The method of using antibiotics is as follows. It will help the treatment of antibiotics to be effective. And reduce the risk of side effects from drug use
Use the medication strictly according to the doctor's instructions. Do not use the drug more often, for longer, or use in a dosage that is greater than your doctor's prescribed
Even though you feel that your symptoms have improved. Had to use all the drugs prescribed by the doctor Otherwise the infection may not be cured.
Don't share your antibiotics with others to use.
Do not use antibiotics prescribed by your doctor for others.
Use antibiotics only for the disease prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it for other diseases.
Do not store antibiotics for continued use. Not sure how to dispose of the medication You can ask your pharmacist for the correct way to dispose of antibiotics.
If you forget to take your medication at the scheduled time Should immediately take the medicine as soon as possible. But if it's close to the time to take the next pill To take the next dose of the drug according to the prescribed dose Without increasing the dosage or dose
If you are on prescription antibiotics and symptoms persist or worsen, or if any side effects occur, you should consult your doctor immediately. The doctor will adjust the medication. Or find the most suitable treatment for you
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