Which medication is commonly included in treatment to eradicate Helicobacter pylori in peptic ulcer disease?
Correct answer: A. A proton pump inhibitor such as omeprazole
- A. A proton pump inhibitor such as omeprazole
- B. An antacid alone such as magnesium hydroxide
- C. A bulk-forming laxative such as psyllium
- D. An antidiarrhoeal such as loperamide
Explanation
A proton pump inhibitor suppresses gastric acid and is combined with prescribed antibiotics to eradicate H. pylori. An antacid may relieve symptoms but does not remove the infection, while laxatives and antidiarrhoeals have no role in eradication.
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