Modulators of urinary pH in the context of urinary stone disease: a literature review.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

Urinary pH is an important factor in the preventative management of kidney stones. A variety of options are available for modulating urinary pH, including pharmaceuticals, over the counter (OTC) formulations [such as stone specific OTCs, complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs), and home remedies], and dietary modifications. These options can be overwhelming for both providers and patients and vary with regards to cost, convenience, and efficacy. In the absence of a consolidated central source of information for patients and physicians to reference, our study aims to summarize and analyze the effectiveness of these various treatment approaches to provide a more comprehensive understanding of how common interventions alter urinary pH.

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SUBMITTER: Chan C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12433178 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature