Why you shouldn’t take antibiotics without a prescription : Warning from health officials

Health authorities have warned against the indiscriminate use of antibiotics, warning of possible antimicrobial resistance that could make common treatments for illnesses ineffective. Dr. Priyantha Atapattu of the National Centre for Antimicrobial Resistance, addressing a media briefing, emphasizing the critical importance of responsible antibiotic use, said that widespread misuse and overuse of these drugs have been observed by medical professionals over the years.  “Antibiotics are used to treat infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites in humans, animals, and plants. These antibiotic medications are either antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, or antiparasitic,” he explained.  He advised the public to use these…

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