Tag: Pylera

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.

As early as the 1970s, colloidal bismuth subcitrate (CBS) was introduced as an effective anti-ulcer therapy, moving beyond just simple antacid properties to offer more targeted treatment. So, **what is bismuth citrate used for** in modern medicine? This compound is a key component in combination therapies for specific gastrointestinal conditions, most notably for treating peptic ulcers associated with *Helicobacter pylori* infection.