Antibiotic therapy is a method of treating bacterial infections with antibiotics, which are drugs that inhibit or eliminate the growth of bacteria.

It is a commonly used form of therapy for diseases such as pneumonia, sore throat, urinary tract infections, and Lyme disease. Antibiotics are only effective against bacteria, so they should not be used to treat viral infections such as colds or flu. Proper use of antibiotic therapy is crucial to avoid the development of antibiotic resistance in bacteria, which is a global health threat.

Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria adapt and become resistant to drugs, making it harder to treat infections and can lead to more serious health complications. To prevent this, always take antibiotics as prescribed by your doctor, do not stop treatment prematurely, and do not use antibiotics unnecessarily. During antibiotic therapy, it is also important to support the intestinal microflora by using probiotics, which help reduce side effects such as diarrhea or weakening of the immune system.