Small tweak to computer system could curb overprescribing of popular heartburn drugs

NCT ID NCT06998966

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study looks at whether changing the default number of pills in electronic prescription forms can help doctors prescribe fewer unnecessary acid-reducing medications (PPIs). About 372 UCLA primary care doctors will take part. The goal is to see if a simple computer adjustment can align prescribing with best practices without limiting doctors' choices.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • UCLA Health System

    RECRUITING

    Los Angeles, California, 90024, United States

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