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Ulcer TreatmentPage 1Peptic Ulcer Disease Treatment for Peptic Ulcer Treatment recommendations of the American College of Gastroenterology are based on the realization that peptic ulcer disease is usually the result of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection, or is caused by taking prescription or non prescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen sodium. The first step is to stop taking NSAIDs or aspirin if they are used. Successful eradication of the infection cures most patients who are not taking aspirin or a NSAID.
Patients with a prior history of peptic ulcer disease, active peptic ulcer disease, or gastric lymphoma (stomach cancer), should be tested for H. pylori infection. If they test positive, they should be treated with antibiotic therapy. If the tests are negative for H. pylori infection, patients are treated with traditional ulcer therapy that blocks the production of stomach acid and protects the tissues lining the stomach and duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). For NSAID induced ulcers, cytoprotective agents, or drugs that coat and protect the stomach mucosa, may be used. Drug Classes Used For Treatment of Peptic Ulcer Disease Antacids - Antacids neutralize or reduce stomach acids
Helicobacter pylori, or H. pylori, is a bacteria responsible for more than 90 percent of ulcers. To heal ulcers caused by H. pylori, multi drug regimens are needed. These regimens consist of antibiotics, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), H2-Blockers, and and cytoprotective agents. Also available are combination products, Helidac and Prevpac, that contain combinations of the above drug classes.
For more information about Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection and ulcers, see your health care provider or call Toll Free 1-888-MY-ULCER.
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