stone breaker

Chanca piedra, which means "stone breaker" in Spanish, is a small herb.

Both Phyllanthus niruri and P. amarus have been called chanca piedra.
Chanca piedra has traditionally been used for kidney stones.

It's thought that chanca piedra contains chemicals that might relieve spasms and increase urine. It is also thought to have activity against bacteria and viruses.
People use chanca piedra for kidney stones.

It is also used for hepatitis B, stomach pain, asthma, diabetes, and many other conditions,

but there is no good scientific evidence to support these other uses.

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