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

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Pipsissewa (Chimaphila umbellata) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly among Native American peoples and European herbalists, as a remedy for urinary tract issues, including kidney stones. The plant was commonly used as a diuretic and tonic for the kidneys and urinary tract, with the belief that it could help "flush out" stones or prevent their formation. Historical texts from the 19th and early 20th centuries, such as the United States Dispensatory and various Eclectic Materia Medica references, mention its use for “gravel” (an old term for kidney or bladder stones) and related conditions. However, there is little to no contemporary scientific research that supports these uses, nor are there modern clinical studies demonstrating efficacy or establishing mechanisms by which Pipsissewa would specifically dissolve or prevent kidney stones. Most modern herbal texts note its traditional use but do not recommend it based on scientific evidence. Therefore, while the use of Pipsissewa for kidney stones is well-documented in traditional medicine, the evidence supporting its effectiveness is very weak by modern standards and is not validated by current scientific research.

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Other health conditions supported by Pipsissewa

Bladder Infection
Kidney Stones
Urinary Tract Infections
Wounds and Sores

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