Baking soda vs. potassium citrate for kidney stone prevention
Treatments studied
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) with potassium citrate, a common treatment for preventing kidney stones. It aims to see if sodium bicarbonate works as well and may be a simpler option for people with low citrate levels.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have had kidney stones before.
- A 24-hour urine test within the last year showed your citrate level is low.
- You are either taking potassium citrate or considering it for stone prevention.
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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