Antibiotics are used for targeted treatment of infections. Uncontrolled or/and non-compliant use of antibiotics has fueled resistance around the world. In particular, the unchecked use of antibiotics in Nigeria poses a huge health problem in the treatment of infections. For example, the undocumented wide practice of combining ciproxin with an antimalarial in the treatment of malaria has no evidence base.

Antibiotics among others are be bought across the counter in Nigeria. Extreme caution should be exercised by the public in taking these medications. Its is strongly advised to take antibiotics when needed, and to complete the course if commenced.