Keep Antibiotics Working
Andi Biotic, an anthropomorphic pill, is on a mission to spread the word about the importance of antibiotics and using them correctly, so we can keep antibiotics working.
If you get poorly, and need antibiotics you expect them to work but antibiotic-resistant infections are becoming more common and if you get one it means antibiotics are less likely to work. This can mean a much more serious infection, a stay in hospital and in some cases these infections can lead to death.
To help keep antibiotics working:
- Don’t take antibiotics for colds and flu – they won’t help because these illnesses are caused by viruses, not bacteria. If in doubt, go to your local pharmacy for advice.
- Never save antibiotics for later use – they won’t work properly and could make the problem worse.
- When prescribed antibiotics, take them exactly as directed by your GP, nurse or pharmacist, to make sure they are effective.
Find out more here:
https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/04/07/what-is-antimicrobial-resistance-amr-and-how-can-you-combat-it/
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/antibiotics/antibiotic-antimicrobial-resistance/
