Antibiotics Flashcards

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what are they and what they should be used for

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  • antiobiotics are medications that destroy or inhibit the growth of microorganism
  • used to treat or prevent some types of bacterial infection.
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Antibiotic Resistance

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  • when bacteria are no longer affected by our antibiotics and can survue them.
  • can be caused of genetic mutation or overuse and misuse of antibiotics
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Tips so that they are taken properly

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  • Take them exactly as your doctor tells you.
  • Do not share your antibiotics with others.
  • Do not save them for later. Talk to your pharmacist about safely discarding leftover medicines.
  • Do not take antibiotics prescribed for someone else.
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