H. pylori  Breath Test Preparation

Preparation Instructions for H. pylori  Breath Test

1. You SHOULD be finished with all antibiotics and Pepto Bismol ONE month prior to test.
2. The following medications should be STOPPED two weeks prior to the test unless otherwise specified by your physician:
   • Nexium
   • Priolosec (Omeprazole)
   • Prevacid (Lansoprazole)
   • Aciphex
   • Dexilant
   • Protonix (Pantoprazole)
   • Carafate
3. You SHOULD NOT have anything to eat or drink SIX hours prior to the test.

See also: Breath Tests