AIIMS Director Warns: Self-Medicating Antibiotics Extremely Dangerous, Fuels Resistance

• AIIMS Director Dr. M. Srinivas warns against self-medicating antibiotics, stating it's extremely dangerous and leads to severe health issues.
• Unnecessary antibiotic use makes bacteria resistant, rendering medicines ineffective for future bacterial infections, a concern PM Narendra Modi also highlighted.
• AIIMS follows strict SOPs for antibiotic administration and trains other medical colleges on proper usage to combat misuse.
• Both the public and doctors must adhere to prescribed dosages and Standard Treatment Guidelines to prevent antimicrobial resistance.
• Misusing antibiotics for non-bacterial illnesses (like common colds) strengthens gut bacteria, leading to resistance when actual bacterial infections occur.

Why It Matters: Always consult a doctor before taking antibiotics to prevent dangerous antibiotic resistance.