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Barbara Bush Children's Hospital

The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital
At Maine Medical Center

22 Bramhall Street
Portland, Maine 04102-3175
www.bbch.org


Does My Child Need an Antibiotic? (Video)

All parents want their kids to feel better when they're sick. Find out when antibiotics can help, and when they can't.

  • Does my child need an antibiotic?

    Does my child need an antibiotic?

    Find out if antibiotic medicines will help your child feel better – or if some TLC is all that’s needed.

Medically reviewed by: KidsHealth Medical Experts
Date reviewed: January 2022