A three-drug treatment for H. pylori infection
Treatments studied
This study tests a three-medicine combination (bismuth, tetracycline, and rabeprazole) as a first treatment to get rid of an H. pylori infection, a common stomach bacteria that can cause ulcers and other problems. The aim is to see if this treatment works well and is safe, so it might help you clear the infection and improve your stomach health.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have been tested and confirmed to have an H. pylori infection (via a quick test or tissue sample from an endoscopy)
- You have not had treatment for H. pylori before
- You have not had your stomach removed (no gastrectomy)
- You are not allergic to any of the study medications (bismuth, tetracycline, rabeprazole)
- You have not taken any antibiotics in the last 4 weeks
- You will be able to come back for a follow-up test to see if the infection is gone
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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