Too Many Kids Getting Antibiotics for Asthma

But researchers found lowered prescribing rates when education was part of doctors visit

May 24, 2011 RSS Feed Print

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"Personal risks include allergic reactions, side effects, drug interactions and expense. Societal costs include medication-related costs and selection for drug-resistant bacteria. Antibiotic overuse is being reduced, but this remains an area where improvement is sorely needed," he said.

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For more information on asthma, visit the U.S. National Library of Medicine.