Heartburn pill may mess with your protein absorption
NCT ID NCT07142486
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 16, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This pilot study tests whether omeprazole, a common heartburn drug, changes how well the body absorbs protein from food. Four healthy adults aged 50-60 will eat a standard meal with and without the drug, and researchers will measure amino acid levels in their blood. The goal is to see if people on this medication need different protein recommendations to maintain muscle health.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Omeprazole 20 mg
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could lead to better dietary protein recommendations for older adults taking heartburn medication.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small pilot study with only 4 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It's too early to draw firm conclusions.
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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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McGill University
Montreal, Quebec, H2W 1S4, Canada
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