NCERT VIII - Sciences What are antibiotics? What precautions must be taken while taking antibiotics?
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They work by killing the bacteria or stopping their growth. Antibiotics are not effective against viral infections, such as the common cold or the flu. Precautions that must be taken while taking antibiotics include: Show more…
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