Understanding the Medical Rationale: Why Do Doctors Not Prescribe Antivirals?
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While antibiotics are often requested for respiratory illnesses, it is a common misunderstanding that antivirals are a cure-all for viral infections. A viral infection that clears up on its own, like the common cold, usually does not require medication and doctors opt for symptomatic care instead. Understanding **why do doctors not prescribe antivirals** in every case depends on complex factors like the specific virus, timing, and potential side effects.
