Symptoms
Burning stomach pain, often worse on an empty stomach, bloating, nausea, sometimes dark stools.
Cause
H. pylori bacterial infection or long-term use of painkillers (NSAIDs) damaging the stomach lining.
Prevention
Avoid excessive NSAID use and alcohol, treat H. pylori infection if diagnosed, manage stress.
Treatment
Acid-reducing medication, antibiotics if H. pylori is present, avoiding NSAIDs, alcohol, and smoking. Commonly used medicines: omeprazole plus amoxicillin and clarithromycin if H. pylori is present.
See a doctor if
Vomiting blood, black/tarry stools, or severe pain — needs urgent medical evaluation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Peptic Ulcer?
Burning stomach pain, often worse on an empty stomach, bloating, nausea, sometimes dark stools.
What causes Peptic Ulcer?
H. pylori bacterial infection or long-term use of painkillers (NSAIDs) damaging the stomach lining.
How can Peptic Ulcer be prevented?
Avoid excessive NSAID use and alcohol, treat H. pylori infection if diagnosed, manage stress.
What is the treatment for Peptic Ulcer?
Acid-reducing medication, antibiotics if H. pylori is present, avoiding NSAIDs, alcohol, and smoking. Commonly used medicines: omeprazole plus amoxicillin and clarithromycin if H. pylori is present.
When should I see a doctor for Peptic Ulcer?
Vomiting blood, black/tarry stools, or severe pain — needs urgent medical evaluation.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10