Question

A 45-year-old man with a duodenal ulcer tests positive for Helicobacter pylori. He has no drug allergies. According to UK practice, what is the most appropriate eradication regimen?

Accepted Answer

Proton pump inhibitor plus Clarithromycin and Amoxicillin for 7 days

Answer

Proton pump inhibitor alone for 4 weeks

Answer

Proton pump inhibitor plus Metronidazole alone for 3 days

Answer

Aspirin and Clarithromycin

Answer

No treatment is necessary if symptoms resolve

Practice question

A 45-year-old man with a duodenal ulcer tests positive for Helicobacter pylori. He has no drug allergies. According to UK practice, what is the most appropriate eradication regimen?