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What is the use of pylo? Understanding medications for *H. pylori* infections

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According to the American College of Gastroenterology, up to half of the world's population may have a *Helicobacter pylori* (*H. pylori*) infection, which is a leading cause of peptic ulcers and gastritis. In pharmacology, when you see the term 'pylo' in medication names, it almost always signifies a multi-drug regimen specifically formulated to eradicate this stubborn bacteria.