Medication to make urine less acidic for kidney stone prevention
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests if a medication can make your urine less acidic, which may help prevent kidney stones from forming or coming back. It compares the effects of the medication on urine acidity to see if it is a good prevention strategy.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have had kidney stones before, or you are at high risk for them.
- You have had a 24-hour urine test within the last 6 months.
- You are able to follow a special diet.
- You are not currently taking potassium citrate or thiazide medications.
- You do not have chronic kidney disease or a single kidney.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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