Experts warn: Bulgarians are buying too many antibiotics
A new study reveals alarming data regarding antibiotic use in Bulgaria. According to experts, an average of 835 packs of these medicines are purchased for every 1,000 people in the country. This places Bulgaria among the nations with the highest consumption in Europe.
Specialists emphasize that a large portion of these medications are used incorrectly. Patients often take antibiotics on their own initiative, without needing them or without a doctor's prescription. This leads to serious risks to public health.
The main danger of excessive use is the development of antibiotic resistance. This means that bacteria become stronger and the drugs stop working when a person actually becomes seriously ill. In such cases, treating common infections becomes much more difficult and dangerous.
Experts urge citizens to be more responsible and not to take antibiotics without consulting a doctor. It is important for people to understand that these drugs do not treat viral infections such as the flu or a cold, but are intended only for bacterial diseases.
In conclusion, health authorities plan to strengthen control over the sale of antibiotics in pharmacies. The goal is to limit their irrational use and to protect the health of Bulgarian citizens in the long term.