Specific techniques for the removal of antibiotics from wastewater by different adsorbents are reviewed. The adsorption method is considered to be an effective technique for removing antibiotics from water. The use of activated carbon(AC), carbon nanotubes(CNT), clay minerals(bentonite), ion exchange resins and biochar(BC) for antibiotic removal was discussed. Compared with several other materials, BC has many advantages, including easy access to materials, low cost, and environmental friendliness, which shows that using BC as an adsorbent can bring the most effective antibiotic adsorption effect in water.