Side Effects of Antibiotics Materials

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  • Taking antibiotics when you do not need them will not help you, and their side effects can still cause harm.
  • Share these materials with loved ones to prevent harm caused by inappropriate antibiotic use.
  • Video seen here, additional formats available below.
  • Remember to use #BeAntibioticsAware in social media posts.
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Language: English (US)
Size: 19 MB
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Side Effects of Antibiotics
This video describes the side effects of antibiotics.
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Infographic: Do antibiotics have side effects? Infographic includes information about side effects of antibiotic use, including C. diff. 5 icons in middle of graphic depicting common side effects of antibiotics: rash, dizziness, nausea, yeast infection and diarrhea. "Do antibiotics have side effects?" in top-left corner, BAA logo in top-right corner, "1 out of 5 medication-related visits to the emergency room are from reactions to antibiotics" call-out box in middle of graphic on right side. "To learn more about antibiotic prescribing and use, visit www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use or call 1-800-CDC-INFO" on bottom-right side. HHS/CDC badge on bottom-right side.
Infographic: Do Antibiotics have Side Effects?
This infographic highlights common side effects of antibiotics.
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National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID)
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Published: March 6, 2026
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