Peptic Ulcer Disease
Peptic ulcer disease describes sores in the lining of the stomach or the nearby intestine. It can cause burning pain in the upper abdomen, often worse at night, though most people recover with treatment.
Key points
- Symptoms can include indigestion, heartburn, bloating, nausea or vomiting.
- Causes can include H. pylori infection and some anti-inflammatory pain medicines.
- Recovery is common when the cause is identified and treated.
Medicines listed for Peptic Ulcer Disease
The listed products for peptic ulcer disease contain Esomeprazole and Omeprazole, alongside pantoprazole, rabeprazole and ranitidine. The first four are proton pump inhibitors, which reduce acid made by the stomach, while ranitidine is an H2 blocker, another acid-reducing medicine class. These capsule and tablet products are listed for stomach ulcer care.