Bismuth Subsalicylate, Metronidazole, and Tetracycline—For H. pylori (Systemic)

Brand Names : Helidac

Category

• Antiulcer agents

Description

Bismuth subsalicylate (BIS-muth sub-sa-LIS-a-late), metronidazole (me-troe-NI-da-zole), and tetracycline (tet-ra-SYE-kleen) are taken together with a histamine H ₂ -receptor antagonist to treat ulcers related to infection with the H. pylori bacteria (germ).

This package contains a combination of three different medicines. The individual medicines contained in this package should not be used alone or for other purposes than to treat ulcers related to infection with H. pylori .

This combination of medicines is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:

Oral
• Blister card containing chewable tablets, tablets, and capsules (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

• Helidac