Geranium explains: Why do antibiotics not treat colds? Let's look at a very urgent question:
I'm sick, my throat hurts, my nose is stuffy, my fever creeps up. Many people immediately think of antibiotics, hoping to get back on their feet faster. But there is a warning: antibiotics do not work on viruses, what is the difference? Most common colds are caused by viruses. Antibiotics are designed to fight bacteria. These are different pathogens, and a drug that works against bacteria will not destroy the virus that causes a runny nose or cough. Why not take antibiotics just in case? - Side effects nausea, diarrhea, allergic reactions and other unwanted consequences are possible.
- Bacterial resistance When antibiotics are used incorrectly or unnecessarily, bacteria can become resistant to the drugs. As a result, when antibiotics are indeed needed, they may be less effective - a waste of time if the condition worsens and the person simply continues to take unnecessary medications, complications requiring medical treatment may be missed. What do you do with a cold? We drink hot tea, relax and, if necessary, take medicines to relieve the symptoms, such as Theraflu Antiviral medicines are not needed for every cold - it all depends on the pathogen. And we don't take antibiotics without a doctor's prescription: they are powerless against viruses! Take care of yourselves!