How is the H. Pylori Bacteria Killed?
Antibiotics are used to kill the H. Pylori Bacteria. Usually, two antibiotics are used at the same time. The most common antibiotics used are: Metronidazole, Tetracycline, Clarithromycin and Amoxicillin. The antibiotic is usually taken for 2 weeks. How is the Stomach Acid Reduced? Your doctor will prescribe medication that will reduce the stomach acid. The most common medications to reduce stomach acid are H2-Receptor antagonists and Proton pump inhibitors. H2-Receptor antagonists These include: Famotidine (Pepcid®); Cimetidine (Tagamet®); Ranitidine (Zantac®); Nizatidine (Axid®). Proton pump inhibitors These include: Omeprazole (Prilosec®/Losec®); Lansoprazole (Prevacid®); Pantoprazole (Pantoloc®). Protecting the lining of the stomach and duodenum Your doctor can prescribe medication to protect the lining of your stomach and duodenum. These medications shield the lining from the acids. Some of the “over the counter” protectants are antacids like TUMS and ROLAIDS. Surgery to Treat Pept
