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Shawn
Medicine, pub

Antibiotics don't treat viral infections


25 February 2026  ·  1 min read
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*Flu is caused by viruses, not bacteria, so antibiotics won't help! Antibiotics target bacteria, and are ineffective against viruses like influenza.* Watch our demystifying podcast here: *Flu is caused by viruses, not bacteria, so antibiotics won't help! Antibiotics target bacteria, and are ineffective against viruses like influenza.* Watch PodMyth’s episode to learn more on the myth here: https://youtu.be/YRPcnT_ycFI Taking antibiotics when you have the flu won't make you feel better, and it can even contribute to antibiotic resistance, making bacterial infections harder to treat in the future. Rest, stay hydrated, and consult a healthcare Taking antibiotics when you have the flu won't make you feel better, and it can even contribute to antibiotic resistance, making bacterial infections harder to treat in the future. Rest, stay hydrated, and consult a healthcare professional for appropriate flu treatment, rather than relying on antibiotics. Let's keep antibiotics effective for when they are truly needed! *Medical Myths Demystified*
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Shawn
Medicine

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