Evidence supporting the use of: Pedalium
For the body system: Bladder
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Pedalium murex, commonly known as "large caltrops" or "Gokhru," has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine as a remedy for various urinary and bladder conditions. Historical texts and ethnobotanical studies cite its use for supporting urinary tract health, treating urinary tract infections, and managing kidney or bladder stones. Traditional practitioners often recommend Pedalium as a diuretic and for relieving symptoms such as dysuria (painful urination) and urinary frequency.
While modern scientific studies on Pedalium murex are limited, a few animal and in vitro studies suggest possible antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic properties. For example, some research indicates that extracts of Pedalium may inhibit the growth of certain bacteria implicated in urinary tract infections and may increase urine output in animal models. However, robust clinical trials in humans are lacking, and the existing scientific evidence is insufficient to conclusively validate its efficacy for bladder health. As such, the use of Pedalium for the bladder body system is primarily justified by traditional knowledge rather than strong scientific validation.
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dandelion
fu ling
gokhru
goldenseal
horseradish
horsetail
lophatherum leaf
lovage
mannitol
marshmallow
methenamine
nettle
parsley
pear
plantain
pumpkin
pygeum
saw palmetto
water
sarsaparilla
squawvine
chickweed
mugwort
Indian bael
nut grass
hedychium spicatum
punarnava
goldenrod
yarrow
sodium salt
juniper berries
dodder
cornsilk
buchu
birch
couch grass
queen of the meadow
guelder rose
hydrangea
coix
polyporus
cleavers
shepherd's purse
wood betony
white oak
herbal blend (proprietary)
gravel root
akebia
Arbutin
Agrimony
Achyranthes
Alchornea
Alchemilla
Aletris
Aucubin
Anserina
Aerva lanata
Agrimonia pilosa
Alisma
Abuta
Baliospermum
bergenin
Blepharis
Balsam
Bistort
Brazillian peppertree
Bael
boldo
berry
Black Poplar
Bombax
Borassus aethiopum
Bassia scoparia
Bergenia
Boerhavia diffusa
Bottle gourd
Carrapicho
Cucurbita
Cnidium
Cornflower
Common Thatching grass
Chanca Piedra
Coconut Water
Cedar
Corktree
Cubeb
Cranesbill
Crinum latifolium
Costus
Dianthus
Didymocarpus
DL-Methionine
Dwarf Nettle
Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO)
Erigeron
Euryale seed
Echinodorus
Elephant's Head
European-Five Finger Grass
Goldthread
Glycosaminoglycans
Mallow
Other body systems supported by Pedalium
BladderDigestive System
Gastrointestinal Tract
Intestinal System
Kidneys
Liver
Male Reproductive System
Prostate
Reproductive System
Urinary System