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Taking an Antibiotic without a prescription is Dangerous!
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Antibioticsare needed to treat bacterial infections. However, their usage carries the risk of many side effects, including some very serious consequences like an Anaphylactic Reaction. Indiscriminate use of Antibiotics is also causing a scary global scenario of Antibiotic Resistance. DO NOT START AN ANTIBIOTIC ON YOUR OWN - Seek a Medical Opinion first.
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