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    An antibiotic is a type of antimicrobial substance active against bacteria. It is the most important type of antibacterial agent for fighting bacterial infections, and antibiotic medications are widely used in the treatment and prevention of such infections. [1] [2] They may either kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria.

  2. Antibiotics specifically treat infections caused by bacteria, such as Staph., Strep., or E. coli., and either kill the bacteria (bactericidal) or keep it from reproducing and growing (bacteriostatic).

  3. Dec 18, 2023 · Antibiotics are powerful medications that treat certain infections and can save lives when used properly. They either stop bacteria from reproducing or destroy them.

  4. Mar 13, 2024 · Antibiotics help fight bacterial infections by killing bacteria or stopping them from multiplying. They've been around since the early 1900s, making surgeries safer and increasing life expectancy.

  5. Jun 10, 2024 · antibiotic, chemical substance produced by a living organism, generally a microorganism, that is detrimental to other microorganisms. Antibiotics commonly are produced by soil microorganisms and probably represent a means by which organisms in a complex environment, such as soil, control the growth of competing microorganisms.

  6. May 24, 2023 · Antibiotics are medications that treat bacterial infections like strep throat and UTIs. They don’t work against viral infections like cold or flu. Locations :

  7. Jul 18, 2023 · Antibiotics are a group of medicines that are used to treat infections. Antibiotics are sometimes called antibacterials or antimicrobials. Antibiotics can be taken by mouth as liquids, tablets, or capsules, or they can be given by injection.

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