In the vast field of modern medicine, antibacterial drugs are undoubtedly a double-edged sword. Its rational application can be a strong fort against bacterial infection, saving countless lives; however, once caught in the mud of abuse, it can give rise to serious problems, such as the opening of the Pandora’s box and the release of unstoppable harm. Therefore, a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the norms governing the use of anti-bacterial drugs is essential to safeguard the well-being of ourselves and of society as a whole.
There are many types of antibacterial drugs and mechanisms for their functioning. Common antibiotics, such as penicillin, headgillin, and large cyclist esters, are shown to be antibacterial in different ways, such as inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis and interference with protein synthesis. When the human body is exposed to bacterial intrusion, causing diseases such as pneumonia, urology infections and skin soft tissue infections, these antibacterial drugs can have a targeted effect on specific bacteria, disrupting their growth and reproduction, thus effectively mitigating symptoms and contributing to the gradual recovery of health. For example, in cases of pneumonia caused by streptococcus, penicillin-like drugs are often visible and can strike the fungi with precision, allowing for timely control of the patient ‘ s condition.
However, it is worrying that the abuse of anti-bacterial drugs is prevalent in society today. In daily life, many people take anti-bacterial drugs on their own without conceiving the symptoms of cold fever, coughing and so on, ignoring the fact that they are most likely to be caused by the infection of the virus, which has no effect on the virus. Such blind drug use not only does nothing to alleviate the disease, but may delay the correct diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Even more serious, there are instances of irrational use of drugs in some medical institutions, such as over-reliance on broad-spectral antibacterial drugs and neglect of the precision control of the dosage and treatment process.
The negative consequences of anti-bacterial drug abuse are multifaceted and severe. First and foremost is the dramatic rise in bacterial resistance. With the widespread use of anti-bacterial drugs, some bacteria have evolved into strong resistance to drugs in long-term “gambling” with drugs, and so-called “super bacteria” have emerged. These “super bacteria” are resistant to a variety of antibacterials, and when infected, they tend to expose patients to unmedicine conditions. According to relevant data, the global number of deaths from drug-resistant infections is high and continues to grow, and the situation is critical. In addition, the abuse of anti-bacterial drugs is highly susceptible to adverse reactions. A light person may suffer from gastrointestinal discomfort, such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea, while a heavy person may induce serious allergies and even cause an allergic shock that endangers life. Unreasonable and long-term use of certain antibacterial drugs may also cause hidden and persistent damage to liver and kidney functions, blood-forming functions, etc.
In order to reverse the negative situation of anti-bacterial drug abuse and achieve the goal of rational use, each of us has an important responsibility and a mission. First of all, the public must abandon the habit of buying and using antibacterial drugs at will, and must regulate their use with the precision and careful guidance of professional doctors. Doctors carefully select the most appropriate antibacterial drugs, based on the specific type of infection, the priorities of the disease and the individual characteristics of the patient, such as age, state of health, allergies, etc., and determine the scientifically sound dose and course of treatment. Secondly, patients must strictly follow medical instructions in the course of their use and resolutely refrain from self-inflicted dosages or unauthorized stoppages. Even if the symptoms have been significantly reduced or disappeared, the entire established course of treatment should be completed without delay in order to ensure that the bacteria are completely eliminated and that re-emergence and resistance are prevented. Furthermore, we should avoid, to the extent possible, the preventive use of anti-bacterial drugs, except in specific medical settings, such as short-term medications to prevent infection before major operations. Finally, strengthening public education and raising the level of awareness about the rational use of anti-bacterial drugs among the population are also essential. Through a wide range of awareness-raising and science activities, more people are being made aware of the correct use of anti-bacterial drugs, the serious harm of abuse and the basic principles of rational use of drugs, thus creating a favourable climate of common interest and active participation in the rational use of anti-bacterial drugs throughout society.
Antibacterial drugs are a powerful weapon for humans against bacterial infection, but only when we use them in a scientific, rigorous and responsible manner can they truly become a strong defence against health, protecting our own health and that of future generations. Let us work together, with reason and norms on the path to the use of anti-bacterial drugs, and together towards a healthy and better future.
