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I've been diagnosed with h pylori.how long does it take to heal with the antibiotics and what are the side effects of these antibiotics?
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H. pylori: Triple therapy is for 10-14 days. The treatment regimens are omeprazole, amoxicillin, and Clarithromycin for 10 days; bismuth subsalicylate, metronidazole, and tetracycline (BMT) for 14 days; and lansoprazole, amoxicillin, and Clarithromycin for 10 to 14 days. Side effects vary dramatically with the regimens. Discuss with your doctor.
Answered 11/17/2016
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Usually 2 weeks: H. pylori infection is treated with triple therapy (2 antibiotics + 1 acid medication) for 2 weeks. This usually is enough time to eliminate the bacteria. Sometimes, you may need repeated courses of treatment (2 weeks each) to eliminate the bacteria. Since there are two antibiotics taken at the same time, the side effects are usually: nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, diarrhea. Take Probiotics!
Answered 5/12/2021
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