Sambong is a plant found in tropical countries such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Africa, and the Himalayas. This shrub is used in herbal medicine with various parts of the plant providing different medicinal benefits. Sambong leaves are known for its ngai or Blumea camphor that is used as herbal medicine to treat kidney stones, rheumatism, anti-diarrhea, anti-spasms, colds and coughs, and hypertension.
The Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) has successfully developed the technology to turn sambong leaves into herbal medicine tablets, making sambong tablets for kidney stone treatments more accessible and affordable.
Disclaimer: The contents of this site are for information purposes only and should not be construed as a susbtitute for professional medical advice. For diagnosis, treatment, and prescription, consult your physician and other healthcare providers. Carefully read all product labels and packaging prior to use.
The Sambong leaf tablets contain:
Sambong leaf tablets are used as form of natural anti-urolithiasis medication for patients suffering from urinary tract stones (provided they have normal kidney function). They can also be used as a diuretic for patients who are suffering from congestive heart failure and edema.
Sambong leaf tablets are also used to treat the following:
Take the sambong leaf tablets exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
Not enough is known about the use of sambong tablets during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It’s best to avoid the use of sambong while pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding to stay safe.
Sambong can cause allergic reaction for people sensitive to ragweed plants and its relatives. Side effects may include itching and skin irritation.
Avoid use in patients with signs of renal blockage.
Take the sambong leaf tablets exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
Not enough is known about the use of sambong tablets during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It’s best to avoid the use of sambong while pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding to stay safe.
Sambong can cause allergic reaction for people sensitive to ragweed plants and its relatives. Side effects may include itching and skin irritation.
Avoid use in patients with signs of renal blockage.
