Prophylactic antibiotics

What does "Prophylactic antibiotics" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Prophylactic antibiotics are medicines given to people to prevent them from getting an infection. This is often done before a surgery or a medical procedure that might put a person at risk of getting an infection. These antibiotics are used as a precautionary measure to keep the person safe. They are not used to treat an existing infection, but to prevent a potential one.

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