Biology, asked by Rosannafernandes1106, 5 months ago

why antibiotics do not work against viral infections. with an example explain how the antibiotics act

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Answered by Anonymous
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Ok sure mate

Explanation:

Viruses insert their genetic material into a human cell's DNA in order to reproduce. Antibiotics cannot kill viruses because bacteria and viruses have different mechanisms and machinery to survive and replicate. The antibiotic has no “target” to attack in a virus.

Answered by Anonymous
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Antibiotics cannot kill viruses because bacteria and viruses have different mechanisms and machinery to survive and replicate. The antibiotic has no “target” to attack in a virus. However, antiviral medications and vaccines are specific for viruses.

Explanation:

Sinusitis. Many patients who develop nasal congestion, sinus pressure, a sinus headache and a runny nose think that if they get a prescription for antibiotics, they'll feel better faster. ...

Bronchitis. ...

Pediatric Ear Infections. ...

Sore Throats.

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