What is the antibiotic regimen of choice for Helicobacter pylori eradication in standard guidelines?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. A proton pump inhibitor with two antibiotics
- Step 1: Triple therapy combines acid suppression with two antibiotics.
- Step 2: Local resistance guides the choice.
Answer
A proton pump inhibitor with two antibiotics.
Why not the others: 'A proton pump inhibitor alone' does not eradicate the organism; 'Metformin and aspirin together' are unrelated drugs; 'Single-dose ciprofloxacin' is not an accepted regimen.
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