Antibioticele nu trebuie administrate întotdeauna timp de 7 zile. Ce arată un nou studiu

A new study suggests that shorter antibiotic courses may be as effective as longer ones for certain common bacterial infections. This challenges the long-standing advice to complete the entire course of antibiotics. Researchers found that over 120 clinical trials indicate shorter treatments can be equally effective and may reduce side effects. The study highlights the need for patients to discuss treatment duration with their doctors, as some infections still require longer courses. Most participants preferred longer treatments, but many would feel comfortable with a doctor's recommendation to stop when symptoms improve. The findings emphasize the importance of adapting antibiotic use to individual cases.