Evidence supporting the use of: Alisma
For the health condition: Kidney Stones

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Alisma (Alisma orientale or Alisma plantago-aquatica), commonly known as water plantain, is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) primarily for its purported diuretic properties. In TCM, Alisma is often included in herbal formulas designed to "drain dampness" and promote urination, which practitioners believe can help with urinary tract disorders, including kidney stones. The rationale is that by increasing urine output, Alisma may help flush out small stones or prevent their formation. However, high-quality scientific evidence supporting Alisma’s efficacy for treating or preventing kidney stones is limited. Some laboratory studies suggest potential anti-inflammatory or diuretic effects, but clinical trials in humans are lacking or inconclusive. As such, its use for kidney stones remains grounded primarily in traditional practice rather than robust scientific validation. Most modern medical guidelines do not recognize Alisma as an evidence-based treatment for kidney stones.

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