Zinc pills could keep seniors out of the hospital

NCT ID NCT07367412

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Herlev Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing whether taking a daily zinc supplement for one year can help older adults (65+) avoid infections, reduce antibiotic use, and spend more time at home instead of in the hospital. Researchers will compare 8,000 participants who take zinc to those who do not, tracking hospital visits and health outcomes over 12 months.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: zinc (zinc sulphate) dietary supplement
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to help older adults stay healthier and out of the hospital.
What could go wrong: This is a large but early-stage trial, and zinc supplements may not reduce infections or hospital stays. Results may not apply to all older adults.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Infections

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MEDICAL PATIENTS IN THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT OLDER ADULTS (65 YEARS AND OLDER)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Department of Medicine
RECRUITING

Herlev, Copenhagen, 2730, Denmark
Department of Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital - Herlev and Gentofte
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Herlev, 2730, Denmark

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