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Helicobacter Pylori Infection

Updated : September 16, 2022





Background

Epidemiology

Anatomy

Pathophysiology

Etiology

Genetics

Prognostic Factors

Clinical History

Physical Examination

Age group

Associated comorbidity

Associated activity

Acuity of presentation

Differential Diagnoses

Laboratory Studies

Imaging Studies

Procedures

Histologic Findings

Staging

Treatment Paradigm

by Stage

by Modality

Chemotherapy

Radiation Therapy

Surgical Interventions

Hormone Therapy

Immunotherapy

Hyperthermia

Photodynamic Therapy

Stem Cell Transplant

Targeted Therapy

Palliative Care

Medication

 

amoxicillin/omeprazole/rifabutin 

Take four capsules orally, along with food, every 8 hours for a duration of 14 days
Every dose of four capsules comprises of 1000 mg of amoxicillin, 40 mg of omeprazole and 50 mg of rifabutin
Dosage Modifications Severe renal impairment: do not use
Hepatic impairment: do not use
Dosing Considerations
In order to minimize the emergence of drug-resistant bacteria and ensure efficacy, it is advisable to conduct culture and susceptibility tests



14-C urea breath test 

Detection of Helicobacter pylori
Take one capsule every day orally



 

clarithromycin 

Dose instructions based on weight:
15 to <25 kg: 250 mg orally twice a day
25 to <35 kg: 500 mg orally in the morning and evening
>35 kg: 500 mg orally twice a day



14-C urea breath test 

Detection of Helicobacter pylori
Take one capsule every day orally



 

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Helicobacter Pylori Infection

Updated : September 16, 2022




amoxicillin/omeprazole/rifabutin 

Take four capsules orally, along with food, every 8 hours for a duration of 14 days
Every dose of four capsules comprises of 1000 mg of amoxicillin, 40 mg of omeprazole and 50 mg of rifabutin
Dosage Modifications Severe renal impairment: do not use
Hepatic impairment: do not use
Dosing Considerations
In order to minimize the emergence of drug-resistant bacteria and ensure efficacy, it is advisable to conduct culture and susceptibility tests



14-C urea breath test 

Detection of Helicobacter pylori
Take one capsule every day orally



clarithromycin 

Dose instructions based on weight:
15 to <25 kg: 250 mg orally twice a day
25 to <35 kg: 500 mg orally in the morning and evening
>35 kg: 500 mg orally twice a day



14-C urea breath test 

Detection of Helicobacter pylori
Take one capsule every day orally



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