Doctors do not prescribe antibiotics for viral infections because antibiotics are only effective against bacteria, not viruses. Viral infections do not respond to antibiotics and can actually cause more harm by promoting antibiotic resistance. Instead, doctors may recommend rest, fluids, and over-the-counter medications to help manage symptoms of viral infections.
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Doctors don't prescribe antibiotics for viral infections because antibiotics only work against bacteria, not viruses. Viral infections don't respond to antibiotics, and taking them unnecessarily can make bacteria more resistant to antibiotics. Instead, doctors may recommend rest, fluids, and over-the-counter medications to help with viral infection symptoms.
