What Is Biaxin Used For?
Gastritis - Helicobacter pylori; H. pylori
Treatment
Patients who have H. pylori and also have an ulcer are most likely to benefit from being treated. Patients who only have heartburn or acid reflux and H. pylori are less likely to benefit from treatment. The treatment does not work in all patients.
Treatment must be taken for 10 to 14 days. Medications may include:
- Two different antibiotics, such as clarithromycin (Biaxin), amoxicillin, tetracycline, or...
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