Nephritis remedies

Marshmallow, usually in combination with other remedies, is taken internally for coughs, colds and bronchitis. Its diuretic and emollient qualities adapt it to urinary complaints and, as there is no astringent action (indeed, there appears to be some relaxing effect) it is particularly suitable in the treatment of nephritis, cystitis and gravel. 

One retrospective study (Gold, 1980) reviewed cases of acute renal failure in 91 patients who had used herbal remedies. The majority of products used by the patients contained phenolphthalein and aloe extract or aloins. Seventy-four of the patients required peritoneal dialysis, 16 had jaundice, eight had neurologic impairment, and four died. One patient who presented with acute interstitial nephritis had ingested an aloe extract. 

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