Are you in the know about antibiotics?

Are you in the know about antibiotics?

Most of us have taken antibiotics at some time in our lives. Antibiotics are undoubtedly important medicines, after all. But how much do you really know about them, about what they do and how they should be taken? With antibiotic resistance on the increase, it's important to have the facts at your fingertips – so try our quiz to find out how much you really know...

Question 1

There are many different types of antibiotics available these days, but which was the first discovered by Alexander Fleming in 1929?

  • Penicillin
  • Macrolide
  • Tetracycline
  • Aminoglycoside

The correct answer is:

Penicillin

Question 2

Which of the following are not killed by antibiotics?

  • Bacteria
  • Viruses
  • Fungi
  • Parasites

The correct answer is:

Viruses

Question 3

Why aren't antibiotics prescribed to treat colds?

  • Because they are too expensive
  • Because they make you sneeze more
  • Because they don't work against colds and other viruses
  • Because they are in short supply

The correct answer is:

Because they don't work against colds and other viruses

Question 4

Which of the following is true?

  • Some antibiotics interact with alcohol
  • Some antibiotics stop the pill working
  • Some antibiotics should not be taken with certain foods
  • All of the above

The correct answer is:

All of the above

Question 5

If you miss a dose of antibiotics, you should…

  • Double the next dose
  • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
  • Stop taking them altogether
  • Ask your GP for another prescription

The correct answer is:

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember

Question 6

How can you help avoid antibiotic resistance?

  • By asking your doctor for antibiotics more often
  • By not finishing the entire course
  • By only taking antibiotics when you really need them
  • By sharing your antibiotics with others

The correct answer is:

By only taking antibiotics when you really need them

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