Damage to the gastric mucosa as a result of exposure to acid is called a stomach ulcer. The disease is chronic. Exacerbated most often in the fall and spring. The main reason for the development of the disease lies in the imbalance between the protective functions of the body and aggressive factors. In other words, the mucus of the stomach does not cope with hydrochloric acid and enzymes.
Gastric ulcer treatment
The treatment of the disease is determined by a qualified doctor. For each patient, individual therapy. A set of medicines depends on many reasons: the age of the patient, the general condition of the body, concomitant ailments, especially the course of the ulcer (in which part of the organ it formed, which has the appearance, prescription). In any case, the treatment of gastric ulcers is complex. There are several causes of the disease: infection with a bacterium, stressful situations, malnutrition. So, the correct treatment of stomach ulcers should be aimed at eliminating each of these negative phenomena.
First of all, it is necessary to create a calm atmosphere for the patient, excluding any experiences. Next, physical overload should be avoided. And, of course, medication for stomach ulcers is very important. With an exacerbation of the disease, medications simply can not do. The following properties are required:
1. Means aimed at lowering the acidity of the juice and protecting the organ mucosa from the negative effects of acid.
2. Drugs that normalize the motility of the stomach and duodenum.
3. Stimulants of ulcer healing and mucosal repair.
4. Antispasmodics (for severe pain).
5. Soothing drugs in the presence of psychological disorders.
6. Means for the destruction of specific bacteria.
At the first stage, treatment of stomach ulcers requires the use of drugs that can combat the aggressive effect of acid. Medications are used that lower gastric secretion, neutralize acid and protect organ walls from acid exposure.
To reduce the production of gastric juice, the following preparations are used: Omeprazole, Roxatidine, Famotidine, Nizatidine. Acid blockers can only be prescribed by a gastroenterologist. The recommended drug should be taken with a course, strictly observing the dosage.
The next group of drugs in the treatment of gastric ulcers include drugs that neutralize the effect of acid on the mucous membrane. They are called antacids. These include drugs: "Maalox", "Almagel", "Phosphalugel." Antacids have a fast-acting effect. Therefore, such drugs are prescribed mainly during exacerbations.
Medicines that reduce the acidity of the juice of the stomach, and neutralizing its effect, are used in case of an increase in acidity. In some cases, an ulcer can occur against a background of reduced acidity. This happens if the gastric mucosa is too sensitive and can not withstand even the very minimum exposure to acid. In this case, gastroprotectors are indicated to protect the mucosa. They cover the shell of the organ with a protective film. The film protects the wound from erosion. Gastroprotectors include drugs: De-nol, Bismofalk, Venter.
It is very important to protect the stomach not only from destruction by acid, but also from the effects of bacteria. A suitable drug in this case is De-nol. In parallel with this medicine, the doctor prescribes an antibiotic. For example, Metranidozole, Oxacillin, Furazolidone.
Effective treatment of gastric ulcers depends on the correct diagnosis, proper prescribing, strict adherence to the doctor’s recommendations.