About Antibiotics
Antibiotics are a class of medications used to treat bacterial infections. They work by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria. Antibiotics can be administered topically (applied to the skin) or orally (taken by mouth). Topical antibiotics are used for skin infections, while oral antibiotics are used for systemic infections.
Key Information
Compare All Forms
Compare different forms of Antibiotics by bioavailability, conversion rates, and active ingredient content:
| Form | Tier | Steps |
Antibiotics (mg) |
Bioavailability | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antibiotics (topical or oral) | Tier 2 | 1 | — | Moderate bioavailability form. Reliable form that works well but requires 1-2 step conversions by the body. Good balance of cost and effectiveness. | View → |