Anti-infection drugs are an integral part of the medical field and play an important role in the treatment of infections caused by micro-organisms such as bacteria and viruses. However, there are many misconceptions and rumours about public awareness of anti-infection drugs, which not only affect treatment outcomes but may also lead to increased resistance. The following are common areas of error and related case sharing.
Mistake One: Antibacterials are a panacea.
Case sharing: After Little Li had a cold, his family had been anxious to give him an amoxicillin or a headache antibiotic, which was considered to be anti-inflammatory. However, most colds are virus-induced, and the use of antibacterial drugs is not only ineffective but may also lead to resistance. The correct approach is that anti-bacterial drugs are used under the direction of a doctor only when there is a clear bacterial infection.
Mistake two: the higher the antibacterial, the better.
Case sharing: There are patients who believe that head spores are of several generations and insist that doctors use the latest generation of drugs. In fact, the choice of anti-bacterial drugs should be based on the area of infection, the potential bacterial and drug properties, rather than on the old and new levels of the drug. Blind use of high-level antibacterial drugs can lead to increased resistance.
Mistake three: Unauthorized changes in drug use do not affect the efficacy of treatment
Case sharing: Little Lee is busy and will be taken three times a day in Amosilin. Such behaviour may not only reduce the efficacy of drugs but also increase the risk of side effects and drug resistance. The correct approach is to comply strictly with medical instructions and take drugs at prescribed intervals and doses.
Time zone four: antibacterials for cold.
Case sharing: Many people are used to buying and using antibacterial drugs on their own during a cold, and believe that rehabilitation can be accelerated. In practice, most colds are caused by viruses, and antibacterials are ineffective. The abuse of antibacterial drugs not only wastes resources but may also lead to drug resistance.
Wrong five: antibacterials when he’s hot.
Case sharing: Some patients use antibacterial drugs on their own as soon as they experience heat symptoms. However, fever may be caused by a number of causes, including viral infections. Improper use of antibacterial drugs is not only ineffective, but can also lead to side effects and drug resistance problems.
Wrong zone six: frequent replacement of antibacterial drugs
Case sharing: After a few days of using an antibacterial drug, a patient feels less effective and replaces himself with another drug. This practice may lead to treatment failure and increased resistance. The correct approach is to complete the entire course of treatment under the supervision of a doctor, unless the doctor recommends a replacement.
Erect 7: Stop when it works.
Case sharing: Some patients immediately stop using antibacterial drugs after symptoms have been reduced. This practice can lead to re-emergence or resistance. The correct course is to complete the whole process, even if the symptoms have disappeared.
Wrong 8: Antibacterials equals antiinflammation.
Case sharing: Antibacterial drugs are mistaken for anti-inflammatory drugs for various types of inflammation. In practice, antibacterial drugs are effective only for inflammation caused by micro-organisms and not for non-infective inflammation. Abuse of anti-bacterial drugs can lead to herbological disorders and drug resistance problems.
Concluding remarks
The correct use of anti-infection drugs is essential to the treatment of infectious diseases and to curb drug resistance. The public should raise awareness of anti-bacterial drugs, avoid the above-mentioned errors and rationalize the use of anti-infection drugs. At the same time, medical professionals should strengthen education on the rational use of anti-bacterial drugs, work together to maintain the effectiveness of anti-infection drugs and protect public health and safety.
