A useful powder for elimination functions

Thanks to its diuretic, alkalizing, and mildly antiseptic effects, this plant helps to smooth urinary elimination, reduce uric acid, and soothe irritated urinary tracts. The powder form is suitable for capsules or direct use in specialized dietary supplements.

Description

Fine powder, gray-green to light brown in color, with a subtle plant odor. Obtained by gentle grinding of the whole dried aerial parts.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Red sandwort, red spergular, stonecracker
• Latin name: Arenaria rubra
• Family: Caryophyllaceae
• Part used: Aerial part
• Form: Powder
• Origin: Morocco
• English name: Red sandwort powder
• Name in German: Rotes Sandkraut Pulver
• Name in Spanish: Polvo de arenaria roja
• Name in Italian: Polvere di arenaria rossa
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق السابلاين الأحمر

Main virtues

Mild diuretic, uricosuric, mild urinary antiseptic, helps dissolve kidney stones, joint support (gout).

Main constituents

Flavonoids, saponins, coumarins, alkaline mineral salts (potassium, calcium).

Professional use and dosage

• Capsules: 250 to 400 mg/capsule – up to 1 to 2 g/day in 2 to 3 doses as recommended.
• Loose powder: 1 g to be diluted in compote or a warm drink, 1 to 2 times/day.
• Frequent associations: orthosiphon, pilosella, goldenrod, birch leaf.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Do not use if taking strong diuretics at the same time without medical advice.
• Respect the recommended dosages to avoid any hydroelectrolytic imbalance.

History and traditional use

Red sandwort was already known in peasant pharmacopoeias for its use against urinary stones. It is attributed a beneficial effect on urinary flow and excess uric acid. Its powder form allows for modern integration into formulas for depurative or joint purposes.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: resealable kraft bag, opaque box or professional bottle.
• Storage: dry, away from heat and light.
• Shelf life: 18 to 24 months.
• TARIC customs code: 1211.90.86.00

Sources and references

• Internal References Apophycaire
• Data from traditional herbal medicine books
• Technical documentation on natural diuretic plants

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