Definitions for "Antilithic"
Keywords:  ursi, gall, uva, calculus, gravel
Tending to prevent the formation of urinary calculi, or to destroy them when formed.
Antilithic herbs work to prevent the formation of stones in the gall blader and kidney, as well as aiding the expulsion of those already formed. Antilithics are similar to lithotriptics. Some herbs used for this purpose are buchu leaves, hydrangea and uva ursi leaves.
Herbs that prevent or dissolve and discharge urinary and biliary stones and gravel: dandelion, cleavers, corn silk, uva ursi. For gallbladder: Oregon grape and chaparral.
Keywords:  medicine
An antilithic medicine.