What medication is good for gastritis with stomach bloating?
I've been experiencing severe stomach bloating recently and always feel a dull pain in my stomach. I suspect I might have gastritis. Could you please advise what medications can help alleviate these symptoms?
Doctor's answer (1)
For the treatment of gastric distension and gastritis, medication selection should be based on the specific condition of the patient.
Prokinetic agents such as domperidone and mosapride can promote gastrointestinal motility and help alleviate symptoms of gastric distension. Domperidone is suitable for treating bloating and belching caused by indigestion, while mosapride enhances intestinal motility and relieves abdominal discomfort in patients with gastritis.
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) such as omeprazole and lansoprazole can reduce gastric acid secretion and protect the gastric mucosa, making them suitable for gastritis caused by excessive gastric acid production. H2 receptor antagonists such as ranitidine and famotidine also reduce gastric acid secretion and are suitable for mild to moderate gastritis.
If gastritis is caused by Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic combination therapy is required, such as clarithromycin and amoxicillin, together with proton pump inhibitors or bismuth compounds. Medications must be used under the guidance of a physician; self-medication should be avoided to prevent inappropriate treatment and delay in disease management.
Adjusting dietary habits, avoiding spicy and greasy foods, and eating meals at regular intervals and in appropriate amounts can help promote recovery.
