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How Long is Too Long to Take an Antibiotic? Understanding Modern Treatment Durations

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In recent years, medical professionals have challenged the long-held advice to "finish the entire course of antibiotics," recognizing that it is not always necessary for all infections. The question of **how long is too long to take an antibiotic?** is critical to managing modern public health threats, such as antimicrobial resistance, a growing global concern.