Evidence supporting the use of: Chanca Piedra
For the health condition: Urination (burning or painful)

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Synopsis

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

Chanca Piedra (Phyllanthus niruri) has a long history of traditional use in South American and Ayurvedic medicine for supporting urinary health, including relief from burning or painful urination, which can be associated with urinary tract infections (UTIs) or kidney stones. Traditionally, indigenous practitioners have brewed the plant as a tea or tonic to help soothe urinary discomfort and promote urine flow. The rationale in folk medicine often relates to its reputed diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties, which are believed to help flush out irritants and reduce inflammation in the urinary tract.

Scientific studies on Chanca Piedra have primarily focused on its potential to prevent kidney stones and its mild antimicrobial effects. There is some preliminary evidence from in vitro and animal studies suggesting antibacterial activity against certain pathogens that can cause urinary tract infections, as well as mild analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. However, robust clinical trials directly evaluating its efficacy in treating burning or painful urination in humans are lacking. Thus, while traditional use is well documented, scientific validation for this specific symptom remains limited. Overall, the support for Chanca Piedra’s use in burning or painful urination is based mostly on tradition, with some suggestive but not definitive scientific evidence.

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