Triple Drug Therapy

Triple drug therapy is one of the effective and first-line treatments for Helicobacter pylori infection. The triple-drug therapy includes proton pump inhibitor, Clarithromycin with either Metronidazole or Amoxicillin. It helps in the eradication of Helicobacter pylori. By doing so, helps better healing of ulcers and reduces the chances of ulcer relapse.

  
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Can Omeprazole be used for gastritis?

Query: Hi doctor, I have suffered from gastritis-like symptoms for about a week now. I have an occasional mild tummy ache and nausea which is relieved by belching. I have suffered from acute gastritis now for several years, although I cannot be 100 % certain why. I tested positive for the h. pylori bacteri...  Read Full »


Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.You seem to be suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) associated with gastritis. Yes, you can take Omeprazole 20 mg. Once a day would be enough. There are no major side effects. There is no indication for taking triple therapy for h.pylori again. I advise the fol...  Read Full »

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