31/03/2026
π¨ ANTIBIOTICS ARE NOT PAIN RELIEVERS!
Many people in Nigeria still believe that antibiotics can treat any kind of pain π
π That is NOT TRUE!
β Antibiotics do NOT treat:
Toothache (unless infection is confirmed)
Headache
Body pain
Menstrual pain
Malaria
β
Antibiotics are ONLY used for:
Bacterial infections (like severe wound infection, some throat infections, etc.)
β οΈ Dangers of Misusing Antibiotics
Drug resistance (medicine stops working π’)
Longer illness
Higher treatment cost
Serious side effects
π‘ What You Should Do
βοΈ Always consult a qualified health professional
βοΈ Use antibiotics only when prescribed
βοΈ Complete your full dosage
π₯ Remember:
Not every sickness needs antibiotics!