Antibiotics can save lives, but they can also cause side effects. Consumer Reports outlines what parents should know about reactions to antibiotics and when to take your child to the emergency room.

What antibiotic resistance is, why it matters, and how to use antibiotics wisely; CDC estimates 2.8M infections and 35K U.S. deaths yearly.

Some antibiotics can cause problems with the heart. These include fluoroquinolones, which can cause various issues with the aorta. Macrolides, a different group of antibiotics, can cause permanent ...

Antibiotics can cause digestive side effects like stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. Eating certain foods or taking supplements may provide relief. Antibiotics are powerful medications that treat ...

A person should not take antibiotics without a prescription. Doing this can increase the risk of antibiotic side effects and contribute to the growing problem of antibiotic resistance. Antibiotics are ...

Experts warn the strange side effect could lead to delayed diagnoses and treatments, as well as unnecessary medical interventions.