Do not pressure your doctor to prescribe an antibiotic unless they feel your infection is caused by bacteria.
Tell your doctor that you are concerned about antibiotic resistance and ask:
Can your doctor prescribe a “narrow spectrum” antibiotic for your infection?
Can your infection be treated with fewer doses?
Antibiotics do not work on viruses, such as those that cause colds, flu, bronchitis, or runny noses, even if the mucus is thick, yellow, or green.
The Michigan Antibiotic Resistance Reduction Coalition (MARR) seeks to improve the use of antimicrobial agents in communities throughout the state of Michigan through the collaborative educational efforts of academic, government, and community partners.
MARR provides free educational materials and resources that will empower you to help spread the message of appropriate antibiotic use
Be an Antibiotic Ambassador