Patients sometimes request an antibiotic when they have a cold or other viral illnesses. However, not only are antibiotics not effective against viruses, taking them in these situations puts the patient at risk for unnecessary side effects, allergic reaction or long-term antibiotic resistance, says Matthew Farrell, MD, a Family Medicine physician at Ohio State’s Wexner Medical Center. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, call (614) 293-4980 or visit [ Ссылка ].
