The “best treatment” is not a single drug—it is the right diagnostic classification, severity assessment, and a structured management plan. Antibiotics are central for bacterial pneumonia, while viral pneumonia does not always require antibiotics and often relies on supportive care. Supportive care includes hydration, fever control, rest, oxygen support when needed, and close monitoring for higher-risk patients. A key operational step is deciding who can be treated as an outpatient versus who needs hospitalization. Clinical response should be reassessed within 48–72 hours; lack of improvement or deterioration warrants plan revision. Best outcomes come from the combination of correct therapy plus correct follow-up, aligned to individual risk factors.