Do I need an Antibiotic?
Antibiotics are important medicines used to treat infections caused by bacteria. They do not treat infections caused by viruses. Viral infections are very common. They include all colds and flu, and many infections of the nose, sinuses, ears, throat and chest (coughs / bronchitis). Please click on the link below for further information & self help leaflets which cover the most common areas.
Do I need an antibiotic Information Leaflet
Does my child need an antibiotic? Information leaflet
Self Help Leaflets
Acute Sinusitis - Self help information
Common Cold and Flu-like Illness - Self help information
Cough and Acute Bronchitis - Self help information
Sore Ear - Otitis Media - Self help information
Sore Throat - self help information
Caring for Children with a Cough Information leaflet