TRIPLE THERAPY FOR ULCERS CAUSED BY H.PYLORI
The American College of Gastroenterology recommends either triple or quadruple therapy as first-line for treating ulcers caused by H. pylori.
Triple therapy is recommended for 14 days.
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Losec 20mg BID |
Nexium 20mg BID (or 40mg OD) |
Pantaloc 40mg BID |
Pariet 20mg BID |
Prevacid 30mg BID |
Biaxin 500mg BID |
Amoxil 1 gm BID |
Metronidazole 500mg BID |
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