The New Zealand medical journal
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Review Meta Analysis
Are antibiotics indicated as an initial treatment for patients with acute upper respiratory tract infections? A review.
To determine the effect of antibiotic treatment versus placebo in patients with acute upper respiratory tract infections. ⋯ Initial use of antibiotics do not benefit patients with acute upper respiratory tract infections and are associated with an increase in adverse effects.
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Review Meta Analysis
Are antibiotics indicated as an initial treatment for patients with acute upper respiratory tract infections? A review.
To determine the effect of antibiotic treatment versus placebo in patients with acute upper respiratory tract infections. ⋯ Initial use of antibiotics do not benefit patients with acute upper respiratory tract infections and are associated with an increase in adverse effects.