Evidence supporting the use of: Rosa laevigata
For the health condition: Kidney Stones

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Rosa laevigata, known as the Cherokee rose, has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for various urological and nephrological conditions, including support in the management of kidney stones. Historical texts and contemporary herbal compendia list the dried fruit of Rosa laevigata (jin ying zi) as an astringent that can help stabilize the kidney and contain urine, addressing symptoms such as frequent urination, incontinence, and spermatorrhea. Its traditional use in kidney stone management is largely based on its astringent and diuretic effects, which, according to traditional beliefs, may help expel stones or alleviate associated symptoms.

However, there is limited scientific evidence to validate these claims. A few in vitro and animal studies have investigated the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic properties of Rosa laevigata extracts, but direct evidence for its efficacy in dissolving or preventing kidney stones is lacking. No high-quality clinical trials have been conducted to establish its effectiveness for this indication. Thus, while its use is well-rooted in tradition, especially in East Asian medicine, the evidence supporting its use for kidney stones remains weak and based more on historical practice than on rigorous scientific validation.

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