H. pylori eradication agents
What are H. pylori eradication agents?
Agents used in treatment of Helicobacter Pylori are medicines used for stomach acid inhibition, combined with antibacterial agents. Treatment is for one week with a proton pump inhibitor or an antacid (or antisecretory agents), and two appropriate antibacterial agents. This one week triple therapy does give a good eradication rate.
List of H. pylori eradication agents
| Drug Name | Avg. Rating |
|---|---|
| bismuth subcitrate potassium / metronidazole / tetracycline systemic (Pro) Brand name: Pylera | 5.8 |
| amoxicillin / clarithromycin / lansoprazole systemic (Pro) Brand name: Prevpac | 6.5 |
| amoxicillin / omeprazole / rifabutin systemic Brand name: Talicia |
pylori treatment usually includes several medicines. At least two of the medicines are antibiotics that help to kill the bacteria. The other medication causes the stomach to make less acid; lower acid levels help the ulcer to heal. Most people are cured after finishing two weeks of medicine.





