Wednesday, 25 March 2020

Cystone (Tablets & Syrup) Benefits, Uses, Dosage & Side Effects

Cystone (Tablets & Syrup) is an ayurvedic proprietary medicine used for kidney stones, which is manufactured by Himalaya Herbal Healthcare (The Himalaya Drug Company). Cystone also provides support in chronic urinary tract infection and prevents recurrence of stone formation in the kidneys.

Medicinal Properties

Cystone has following therapeutic action.
Main Action
  • Lithontriptic (lithotriptic) – dissolves stones in the kidneys
  • Diuretic
  • Anti-lithiatic – Prevents and inhibits stone formation in the kidneys
Secondary Actions
  • Anti-microbial property – appears in UTI
  • Demulcent
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Therapeutic Indications

    1. Kidney stones
    2. Crystalluria (crystals in the urine)
    3. Dysuria
    4. As adjuvant in UTIs
    5. Hyperuricemia (excess of uric acid in the blood)
    6. Burning urination
    7. Non-specific Urethritis (swelling or irritation of the urethra)

    Benefits & Uses

    Due to diuretic, lithotriptic, Antilithiatic, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties, Cystone helps dissolving, removing and preventing kidney stones and helps in urinary disorders.
  • Kidney Stones
    Cystone is commonly used for kidney stones and its prevention. Cystone ingredients act on almost all types of stones, help dissolving the stones, and flush out the stone gravel through the urine.
    Cystone contains several ingredients, which are potent Anti-lithiatic and lithotriptic agents. These ingredients help dissolving the stones and diuretic action of Cystone aids in flushing out the stone crystals through the urine.
    Cystone works well in following types of stones.
    • Calcium oxalate stones
    • Uric acid stones
    • Calcium and phosphate stones
    Cystone syrup can also be used in Pediatric urolithiasis. In children, it is best syrup based preparation available in the market for kidney stones.
    Bladder Stones
    Cystone is also beneficial for dissolving and eliminating urate bladder stones. For the best results, it should be used along with Chandanasava. It also helps clearing stone crystals and gravels.
    Burning micturition & UTI
    Cystone has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. In combination with Chandanasava and Chandanadi Vati, Cystone reduces burning micturition and urinary tract infections.
    Recurrent formation of stones
    In some people, stone formation becomes habitual. They also require following kidney stone diet in addition to the treatment. Cystone along with Chandraprabha Vati helps preventing recurrence of the kidney stones.
    Crystalluria (presence of crystals in urine)
    In addition to stones, some medicines such as sulfonamides, penicillin or Ciprofloxacin can cause Crystalluria.
    Cystone and Chandraprabha Vati combination is best alternative treatment for Crystalluria. One may have to take this combination for several weeks to cure this problem.

    osage

    Cystone is available in syrup and tablets form. Its dosage is as follows.

    Cystone Tablets

    Children1 tablet twice or thrice a day
    Adults2 tablets twice or thrice a day

    Cystone Syrup

    Children1 tsp. twice or thrice a day
    Adults2 tsp. twice or thrice a day


    The dosage of Cystone can vary according to health condition and age of the patient, so one should consult a doctor before starting Cystone.

    Safety Profile

    Cystone is considerably safe for most individuals when taken as per its indications in appropriate dosage under professional supervision.

    Side Effects of Cystone

    There are no side effects reported with the use of Cystone tablets or syrup.

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