Take care, not antibiotics (hedgehog) 

Antibiotics aren't always the answer. Take rest and paracetamol, and drink plenty of fluids instead. You should be feeling fine in no time. Take care, not antibiotics.

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Transcript of Take care, not antibiotics (hedgehog)

(woman) Don't get prickly if your doctor won't prescribe you antibiotics.

They don't work for many colds, coughs, flu or sore throats.

Try plenty of fluids and paracetamol and curl up and rest.

Take care, not antibiotics.

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Last reviewed: 03/10/2011

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