Final answer:
H2 blockers and PPIs reduce stomach acid production to treat ulcers, antibiotics kill H. pylori bacteria causing ulcers, and NSAIDs can help cure ulcers caused by H. pylori infection.
Step-by-step explanation:
H2, blockers: H2 blockers are medications that are prescribed to reduce stomach acid production. They work by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical that stimulates stomach acid secretion. Examples of H2 blockers include ranitidine and famotidine.
PPIs, Proton pump inhibitors: Proton pump inhibitors are another type of medication prescribed to reduce stomach acid production. They work by inhibiting the function of the proton pump, an enzyme responsible for acid production in the stomach. Examples of PPIs include omeprazole and lansoprazole.
Antibiotics: Antibiotics are used in the treatment of ulcers caused by an infection with H. pylori bacteria. They work by killing or inhibiting the growth of these bacteria. Examples of antibiotics used for this purpose include amoxicillin and clarithromycin.
NSAIDs: NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) are a class of medication that can actually cause ulcers. However, if an ulcer is caused by an infection with H. pylori bacteria, NSAIDs can be prescribed to cure the infection. They do not have a direct mechanism as it pertains to ulcer treatment but indirectly help by eliminating the underlying infection.
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