Common gastritis treatments follow:

• A combination of antibiotic medicines to kill the bacteria Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) - a common cause of gastritis. If prescribed, it’s important you complete the full course.
• Prescription medicines that reduce the amount of acid made in the stomach.
• Over the counter antacids, which neutralise stomach acid (these should be taken separately from some other medicines - ask your pharmacist).

You can also make some lifestyle changes to help improve your healing process, and reduce any further chances of irritation. You could try to:

• eat smaller meals more often
• avoid foods that can irritate your stomach, such as foods that are spicy, acidic (e.g. citrus and tomatoes), fried or fatty
• avoid alcohol
• avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) - ask your doctor or pharmacist for alternative pain relievers
• avoid stress.

If you find that your gastritis isn’t improving despite treatment, tell your doctor as soon as possible.