Aerva Lanata vs Horse Gram

A small herb found across Asia and Africa used in Ayurveda for kidney stones, urinary disorders, and headaches; one of the main Ayurvedic herbs for dissolving stones.

A leguminous plant cultivated across South Asia whose seeds are used in Ayurveda to dissolve kidney stones and treat urinary disorders.

Flavonoids, Alkaloids, Saponins, Tannins

Polyphenols, Flavonoids, Dietary fiber, Phytosterols

Kidney and bladder stone dissolution, Urinary tract infections, Headache and fever

Kidney and urinary stone dissolution, Urinary tract infections, Weight management

Urolithiasis (kidney stones), UTI management, Diuretic

Urolithiasis prevention and treatment, Metabolic syndrome, Diuretic

5-10g herb as decoction or 500mg extract twice daily

Decoction of 100g seeds in 500ml water daily

Avoid in severe kidney disease without supervision

May aggravate gout (purine content)

Mild diuretic effect, Occasional nausea

GI bloating, Flatulence