Antibiotic Sales Surge, 57% of Bacteria Resistant – Treatment Challenges Loom

The antibiotic, which has seen a sharp rise in sales across pharmacies, is now found to be ineffective against more than half of the bacterial strains tested. According to recent studies, 57% of bacteria exhibit resistance to this drug, a figure that signals a growing public health challenge. Health experts warn that such resistance could limit the effectiveness of standard treatments for common infections. Efforts to curb misuse and promote stewardship are being urged to stem the tide of drug-resistant bacteria.