Could a simple supplement shield bones and kidneys from common heartburn drugs?
NCT ID NCT05998863
First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial investigates whether a daily effervescent supplement containing calcium, magnesium, and citrate can prevent bone loss, magnesium deficiency, and kidney damage in adults who take proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) long-term for conditions like heartburn or GERD. Participants must be over 21, have taken PPIs for at least two months, and have controlled blood pressure or type 2 diabetes. The study compares the supplement to a placebo over one year, measuring changes in bone density, magnesium levels, and kidney function.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Effervescent calcium magnesium citrate
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this supplement could help prevent osteoporosis, magnesium deficiency, and kidney problems in people who need long-term acid-reducing medication.
- What could go wrong
- This is a Phase 3 trial, but it is still testing whether the supplement works for these purposes. Results may not apply to everyone, and the supplement may cause side effects like digestive upset.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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UT Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, Texas, 75390, United States
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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, Texas, 75390-9107, United States
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