Abstract

PHYLLANTHUS NIRURI (STONEBREAKER): MERGING ANCIENT REMEDIES AND CONTEMPORARY SCIENCE IN KIDNEY STONE MANAGEMENT AND HOLISTIC HEALTH

Dr. S. Shyamkiran Singh*

Abstract

Phyllanthus niruri, commonly known as Stonebreaker or Chanca Piedra or Chakpa Heikak (in Manipuri), has been utilized for centuries in traditional medicine systems for its purported benefits in kidney stone management and overall health. Recent scientific investigations have begun to validate its ethnomedicinal uses, particularly in urolithiasis, hepato protection, and anti-inflammatory applications. This paper explores the historical context, phytochemical composition, pharmacological mechanisms, and clinical evidence supporting P. niruri’s role in kidney stone dissolution and prevention, alongside its broader implications for holistic health. The integration of traditional knowledge with modern research highlights its potential as a natural therapeutic agent, offering a complementary approach to conventional treatments.

Keywords: Phyllanthus niruri, Stonebreaker, kidney stones, urolithiasis, nephrolithiasis, phytotherapy, holistic health.