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💊 Antibiotics Aren’t Always the Answer! Did you know antibiotics only treat certain bacterial infections? They won’t help with colds, the flu, or most sinus and ear infections. When used unnecessarily, antibiotics can lead to serious side effects and antibiotic resistance, putting everyone at risk. 🚨 Key facts to remember: • Antibiotics don’t work on viruses. • Side effects can range from mild (nausea) to severe (C. diff infections). • Taking antibiotics when they’re not needed creates resistant bacteria. 💡 Talk to your doctor about the best way to treat your illness—sometimes rest, fluids, and over-the-counter remedies are all you need. Learn more: www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use

It's AMR Awareness Week! Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites no longer respond to antimicrobial agents. As a result of drug resistance, antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents become ineffective and infections become difficult or impossible to treat, increasing the risk of disease spread, severe illness and death. If your child has a sore throat, cough, or runny nose, you might think a health care provider will prescribe antibiotics, but most of the time, children don’t need antibiotics to treat these symptoms of a respiratory illness. In fact, antibiotics can do more harm than good. Antibiotics fight bacteria, not viruses. If your child has a bacterial infection, antibiotics may help. But if your child has a viral infection, antibiotics will not help your child feel better or keep others from getting sick. 🦠 The common cold and flu are both viruses. 🦠 Chest colds are also usually caused by viruses. 🦠 Bronchiolitis is a particular type of chest cold that often causes wheezing and can make some young infants very sick. It is also caused by a virus. 🦠 Most sinus infections (sinusitis) are caused by viruses. The symptoms are a lot of mucus in the nose and post-nasal drip. 🦠 Mucus that is coloured does not necessarily mean your child has a bacterial infection. Source: choosingwiselycanada.org #AntimicrobialResistance #AntibioticResistance #antibioticsoveruse #antibioticsafety #kidsandantibiotics #contactyourpharmacist #pharmacistshelp

Ozix is a antibiotic i.e used to treat Respiratory tract infections Urinary tract infections Skin infections Cefadroxil bactericidal antibiotic, which means it kills bacteria instead of inhibiting their growth it's a broad spectrum antibiotic that's effective against both Gram negative and positive bacterias Cefadroxil is used to treat infections caused by a variety of bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Escherichia coli, and Klebsiella pneumoniae

"Here Is My Article About Procaine Benzyl" #snsinstitution #snsdesignthinkiners #snsdesignthinking Procaine benzylpenicillin also known as penicillin G procaine, is an antibiotic useful for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections. Specifically it is used for syphilis, anthrax, mouth infections, pneumonia, diphtheria, cellulitis, and animal bites. It is given by injection into a muscle. It treats some infections caused by bacteria. It will not work for colds, the flu, or other viruses. Benzylpenicillin is indicated for most wound infections, pyogenic infections of the skin, soft tissue infections and infections of the nose, throat, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract and middle ear, Penicillin G benzathine injection is used to treat and prevent certain infections caused by bacteria The interval between consecutive doses of benzathine penicillin should not exceed 14 days. The most often used antidote to treat poisoning caused by amanitin-containing mushrooms is benzylpenicillin (BPCN). However, a very few reports suggest that other antibiotics such as ceftazidime (CEFT) and rifamycin SV (RIFSV) show better antidote activity against amanitins than BPCN. In adults, the injection is administered to the upper outer quadrant of the buttocks. In children younger than 2, the injection should be administered to the mid-lateral muscle of the thigh Care should be taken to avoid intravenous or intra-arterial administration, or injection into or near major peripheral nerves or blood vessels,

#Bacteria are a common cause of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs): 1. Staphylococcus aureus, especially Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus #MRSA : found in surgical site infections and can cause bloodstream infections. 2. Escherichia coli (E.coli): Commonly linked to urinary tract infections, especially in patients with catheters. 3. Pseudomonas aeruginosa: Associated with ventilator-associated pneumonia and infections in burn or surgical wounds. 4. Enterococcus species : Vancomycin-resistant Enterococci (VRE) Causes infections in surgical sites, the urinary tract, and the bloodstream. 5. Clostridium difficile (C. diff): Causes severe gastrointestinal infections, often related to antibiotic use, which disrupts normal gut flora. 6. Acinetobacter baumannii: A multidrug-resistant bacterium associated with pneumonia, bloodstream infections, and wound infections, particularly in ICU settings.

Learn more about antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance -  #Antibiotics do NOT treat viruses that cause respiratory infections such as #flu, #COVID19, and #RSV. #BeAntibioticsAware and take antibiotics only when needed to fight #AntimicrobialResistance. https://lnkd.in/gBsxuFKC

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The image shows a slide presentation explaining how incomplete treatment with antibiotics can lead to antibiotic resistance. Here's a summary of the content: - **Day 0**: Antibiotics are prescribed to treat an infection. - **Day 3**: The symptoms improve, and the treatment is stopped prematurely. Some bacteria (the survivors) remain. - **Day 10**: These surviving bacteria multiply, causing a resistant infection that is harder to treat. This visual highlights the importance of completing the full course of antibiotics to prevent bacteria from developing resistance.

TONSILLITIS Tonsillitis is an inflammation of your tonsils, those two oval-shaped pads of tissue at the back of your throat. They're part of your immune system, helping to fight off infections. However, sometimes they can become infected themselves. ❣️Symptoms of Tonsillitis Sore throat Difficulty swallowing Swollen tonsils (often red and with white spots) Tender lymph nodes in your neck Fever Headache Body aches ❣️Causes of Tonsillitis Viruses: Most common cause. Bacteria: Streptococcus pyogenes (group A strep) is the most common bacterial culprit. ❣️Treatment Treatment depends on whether the cause is viral or bacterial. Viral tonsillitis: Usually resolves on its own with rest, fluids, and over-the-counter pain relievers. Bacterial tonsillitis: Antibiotics are prescribed. ❣️Prevention Good hygiene, such as washing hands frequently. Avoiding close contact with sick people. Note: If you experience severe symptoms, difficulty breathing, or tonsillitis frequently, consult a doctor. In some cases, tonsillectomy (surgical removal of the tonsils) might be recommended.