Helicobacter pylori eradication

Before it was known that Helicobacter pylori causes gastritis, Helicobacter pylori infections were treated with drugs that neutralize stomach acid (antacids) and gastric acid inhibitors (proton pump inhibitors). Current treatment of Helicobacter pylori infection requires detection of the pathogen and includes treatment/eradication with three drugs taken at the same time. Two antibiotics and a proton … Helicobacter pylori eradication