Antibiotic Stewardship

Antibiotic Stewardship: Protecting Your Health, Protecting the Future

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‍Antibiotics are one of the most important inventions in modern medicine. They are powerful, life-saving tools for fighting serious bacterial infections. However, their power depends on us using them wisely.

Antibiotic Stewardship is our shared responsibility to use antibiotics carefully and only when necessary. The goal is to ensure these essential medicines keep working effectively for everyone, now and in the future.
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Why Using Antibiotics Wisely Matters

Imagine if the key to fighting a dangerous infection suddenly stopped working. That’s the growing threat of antibiotic resistance.

Antibiotics are designed to target specific bacteria—they have no effect on viruses like the common cold or the flu. When antibiotics are used unnecessarily or improperly, it can lead to:

• Harmful Side Effects: Unneeded medication can still cause nausea, diarrhea, and allergic reactions.
• Damage to Good Bacteria: Your body has a healthy ecosystem of bacteria that helps with digestion and immunity. Antibiotics can disrupt this delicate balance.
• The Rise of "Superbugs": Bacteria are smart. When exposed to antibiotics, they can learn to survive. These resistant bacteria, or "superbugs," are much harder to treat and can spread through our communities, putting everyone at risk.

At Prepare Medical, our goal is to empower you for emergencies while protecting the effectiveness of these critical medicines for you, your family, and future generations.
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Our Commitment to Responsible Care‍

Our Antibiotic Stewardship program is built on a simple promise: the right medicine, for the right reason, with the right support. This isn't just a policy; it's a multi-step process integrated into everything we do.
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1. Professional Medical Oversight Your health and safety are our top priorities. A Canadian-licensed physician or nurse practitioner personally reviews your medical history to determine if an emergency antibiotic is appropriate for you. There is no one-size-fits-all solution, and antibiotics are never guaranteed.
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2. Smart, Targeted Prescribing We don't provide a random assortment of medications. If antibiotics are included in your kit, they are carefully selected for specific, high-risk emergency scenarios you might face, such as:

• Severe traveler’s diarrhea when you can't access clean water or care.
• A suspected bacterial respiratory infection in a remote setting.
• A urinary tract infection when you are far from a clinic.

We provide a single, complete treatment course—no unnecessary duplicates or extra doses.
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3. Empowering You with Guided Knowledge‍

An antibiotic is only effective when used correctly and for the right reason. We provide you with the tools to be an informed patient, ensuring that any treatment is administered safely and with professional oversight. Your kit includes:
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• Your Prepared Medical Guidebook: This thorough guidebook helps you understand potential health situations, how to safely handle and administer the medications in your kit, and what symptoms to monitor.
• Professional Guidance is Key: This guide is designed to make you a better partner in your care. It is not a tool for self-diagnosis. Before you ever take an antibiotic, you are required to have a consultation with a qualified clinician. They will provide the final diagnosis and confirm if it is safe and appropriate for you to proceed with the medication.
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4. Ongoing Clinical Support‍

Our commitment to your health extends far beyond delivering your kit. We provide professional medical support to guide you through an emergency.
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• Guidance When You Need It When you face a potential medical issue, your first step is to contact our clinical team. A Canadian-licensed clinician will then connect with you via telehealth, typically within 24-48 hours, to assess your condition. They will provide the professional medical advice you need and determine the appropriate next steps—including whether it is safe and necessary to start the medication in your kit.
• Dedicated Follow-Up Care Once you have started a treatment under our clinician's direction, our care continues. Our team will stay connected and follow up to monitor your progress, answer your questions, and ensure you are on the right path to recovery.
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Please note: This service is for non-life-threatening emergencies. If you are experiencing severe distress, such as difficulty breathing, chest pain, or a severe allergic reaction, please go to the nearest Emergency Room or call 911 immediately.
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5. Safe for You, Safe for the Community

Most people will never need to use the antibiotics in their kit—and that’s a good thing! Unused medications need to be disposed of properly to protect our environment. We provide clear instructions on how to return any expired or unused antibiotics to your local pharmacy through approved take-back programs, ensuring they don't end up in our landfills or water systems.‍
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Your Role in a Healthier Future‍

By choosing Prepare Medical, you become a partner in a vital Canadian mission to combat antibiotic resistance. You are taking a proactive step to protect your family in an emergency, while also committing to a system that ensures antibiotics are used responsibly.
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Together, we follow best practices recommended by leading Canadian health organizations, including:

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