Which drug acts topically on the actual surface of the ulcer, forming a protective layer or "bandage" that allows a peptic ulcer to heal?
A) esomeprazole (Nexium)
B) lorcaserin (Belviq)
C) Helidac
D) sucralfate (Carafate)
Answer: D
A) Nexium does not form a protective layer on a peptic ulcer.
B) Belviq is used to treat obesity, not peptic ulcers.
C) Helidac is used to treat H. pylori infection.
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