If you've tuned in previously, you will have learned that influenza is not like other viruses. It is much more severe. If you get the real flu, you won't think it's a regular cold. Fortunately, children tolerate all of these nasty symptoms much better than do adults. Treatment of influenza is similar to the treatment of other viral illnesses.
Antibiotics are totally worthless and ineffective for the treatment of flu or other viral diseases.
Viruses are not killed by antibiotics. While there are a few anti-viral drugs on the market, they are not commonly used. Treatment of the flu remains treatment of its symptoms. When your child wakes up with a sore throat, body aches and a fever of 105, it is a rare parent who will not be scared. Most parents are especially concerned by the height of the fever.