Why are bismuth subsalicylate, clarithromycin, and metronidazole prescribed for a child with a peptic ulcer?

A) Eradicate Helicobacter pylori
B) Coat gastric mucosa
C) Treat epigastric pain
D) Reduce gastric acid production

Bismuth Subsalicylate

An over-the-counter medication used to treat nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, and diarrhea.

Helicobacter Pylori

A type of bacteria that infects the stomach lining and can lead to ulcers, gastritis, and sometimes stomach cancer.

Peptic Ulcer

A sore that develops on the lining of the stomach, small intestine, or esophagus, often caused by inflammation resulting from H. pylori bacteria or the use of NSAIDs.