Can supplements really prevent kidney stones or dissolve them fast? Let's evaluate effectiveness and safety.
Section 1 – Citrate supplements kidney stone pain
Potassium citrate and sodium–potassium citrate raise urine citrate, prevent calcium oxalate and uric acid stones, and help dissolution .
Calcium citrate supplements may bind oxalate in gut if diet is low .
Section 2 – Other vitamins/minerals
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Vitamin B6, B vitamins, vitamin D, fish oils can aid prevention
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Avoid high-dose vitamin C supplements
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Limit vitamin D—monitor intake kidney stones calcium oxalate.
Section 3 – Herbal/remedies
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Barley water, coconut water, lemon juice – mild anecdotal support.
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Apple cider vinegar, in water, may help reduce sizing .
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Oxalobacter formigenes probiotic shows early promise in lowering urinary oxalate
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Visnaga extract (khellin) may slow oxalate crystallization —but more research needed.
Section 4 – Medications as 'supplements'
Clarify prescription vs OTC. Thiazides, alpha‑blockers, allopurinol are clinically proven
Conclusion
Recommend speaking with a doctor before starting any supplement or natural remedy.