I am Antibiotic. Before now, I was your miracle,
I heal you like magic. I fought deadly fevers,
Healed deep wounds, Stood between you and death,
And you survived.
But you began to use me like candy, Swallowed me without reason,
Shared me like sweets, Dumped and took me back
Until my strength began to fade.
I used to be loud. Now, I whisper faintly
I used to heal. Now, I am less active
You ignored my pleas, when I begged for caution.
when science warned you.
But I am tired. I am weakening.
I am losing my strength
If you lose me, You lose safe surgeries.
You lose childbirth without fear. You lose organ transplants.
You lose treatments you take for granted.
And yes… it can cost you lives
Protect me. Use me wisely.
Teach others how precious I am.
Because when I am gone, There is no one to take my place.
I am unique. Use me wisely.
By Yusuf Abdulbasit Hozaifah