Acute Bronchitis: Treatment With Antibiotics

The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.Acute bronchitis is an upper respiratory infection which can cause fevers, coughing and tiredness. Antibiotic use is not normally helpful. This pamphlet describes the symptoms of acute bronchitis, how it is treated, when to see the doctor and why antibiotics may not be prescribed