H. pylori is a serious infection and needs to be treated by a doctor1,2
Not an actual patient.
Without effective treatment, H. pylori can cause other health problems1
If you ignore the symptoms of H. pylori or if it doesn’t go away with treatment, it can cause stomach irritation, stomach ulcers, and even lead to stomach cancer.
Did you know?
H. pylori is bacteria that can cause an infection in your stomach and affects both adults and children. It is one of the most common bacterial infections in the world, affecting more than half the population.1
Symptoms of H. pylori infection
H. pylori infection can irritate the lining of your stomach and can cause a variety of uncomfortable symptoms, including1,3:
Stomach pain
A sense of fullness or burning sensation
Indigestion
Nausea
Loss of appetite
Bloating
Frequent
burping
Unintentional
weight loss
Who gets H. pylori?
H. pylori is contagious and can spread from person to person3
People of all ages can become infected. H. pylori bacteria are present in 50% of the world’s population and are found in saliva, plaque on teeth, and feces. People with weakened immune systems, older adults, and those who live in poor hygiene conditions are more at risk of getting infected with H. pylori.
Sharing utensils
or drinks
Living with someone who
has H. Pylori
Dirty or
contaminated water
Why see a doctor for H. pylori?
H. pylori won’t go away on its own. Taking medications to treat the symptoms like acid blockers or home remedies may mask the symptoms, but they don’t treat the root cause. Your first chance is the best chance to get rid of H. pylori so it’s important to seek a prescription medication like Talicia as soon as possible.2,4
H. pylori testing
H. pylori tests can be done by your doctor and include a breath test, stool test, or endoscopy of your stomach.1
If you test positive for H. pylori infection, your doctor should recommend treatment. Be sure to ask about Talicia.
After treatment for H. pylori, ask your doctor about scheduling follow-up testing. This will help make sure your H. pylori infection is gone.
Not an actual patient.
Antibiotic resistance
How do I know if I am resistant to H. pylori treatment?
Tell your doctor if you’ve ever taken an antibiotic like clarithromycin before being prescribed Talicia because there are issues with resistance to other antibiotics.
With Talicia, testing for resistance is not required.
Your first treatment is your best chance at eradication.
Ask your doctor about Talicia.
References: 1. National Institutes of Health. Medline Plus. Helicobacter pylori infection. Accessed May 28, 2025. https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007715.htm 2. Moss SF, Shah SC, Tan MC, El-Serag HB. Evolving concepts in Helicobacter pylori management. Gastroenterology. 2024;166(2):267-283. 3. Cleveland Clinic. H. pylori infection. Accessed May 28, 2025. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21463-h-pylori-infection#symptoms-and-causes 4. Graham DY, Canaan Y, Maher J, Wiener G, Hulten KG, Kalfus IN. Rifabutin-based triple therapy (RHB-105) for Helicobacter pylori eradication: a double-blind, randomized, controlled trial. Ann Intern Med. 2020;172(12):795-802.