Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Pylera

Descriptions


Bismuth subcitrate, metronidazole, and tetracycline combination is used together with omeprazole to treat a stomach infection caused by the H. pylori bacteria and duodenal ulcer. This bacteria can cause stomach ulcers if it is not treated. This medicine should not be used for any other infection.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Capsule

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Portions of this document last updated: Sept. 01, 2023