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H pylori eradication — GPhC CRA MCQ

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EasyGastro-intestinal TherapeuticsH pylori eradicationGPhC CRA

A patient is prescribed lansoprazole, amoxicillin and clarithromycin for H. pylori eradication. He asks whether he can stop after symptoms improve in two days. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: B — Complete the prescribed eradication course to reduce treatment failure

H. pylori eradication requires completing the prescribed combination regimen to maximise eradication and reduce resistance. Symptom improvement does not confirm eradication. The patient should be counselled on adherence and relevant adverse effects.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS