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purposes only. It is not a medical advice and is by no means a proposal for a
cure for any disease or condition. Before starting on any form of treatment,
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In some countries, Misai Kuching has been used
as a remedy for gout, rheumatism, diabetes, kidney stones, and hypertension.
Some common names of Misai Kuching are:
Kumis Kuching,
Orthosiphon Aristatus, Lamiaceae, Ortosiphon Stamineus Benth, Cat's Whiskers
Antihypertensive substance in the leaves of kumis kucing (Orthosiphon aristatus)
in Java Island
A study shows that Misai Kuching exhibited a continuous decrease in systolic
blood pressure after subcutaneous administration in conscious stroke-prone
spontaneously hypertensive rats
Antihypertensive actions of methylripariochromene A from Orthosiphon aristatus,
an Indonesian traditional medicinal plant
These findings indicate that MRC possesses some
actions related to a decrease in blood pressure, i.e. vasodilating action, a
decrease in cardiac output and diuretic action. Furthermore, it is presumed that
the traditional use of this plant in the therapy of hypertension may be
partially supported by these actions with MRC.
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This traditional herb has been used for
centuries in Southeast Asian countries such as Indonesia and Malaysia. It is
appreciated for treating ailments of the bladder and kidney. It is also used in
treating gout, diabetes and rheumatism. Misai Kuching began to interest
researchers as early as the beginning of the 20th century when this plant was
introduced to Europe where it became a popular herbal tea.
Urology use for Misai Kuching
Ongoing clinical trials on Orthosiphon
stamenius, var Benth (Misai Kucing) have shown the local herb inhibits the
formation and growth of kidney stones.
Keeping Arthritis And Gout At Bay With Herbs
Misai Kuching is used for the treatment of gout,
arthritis, rheumatism, inflammatory conditions and even can be a remedy for
kidney stones.
Misai Kuching has been found to be a safe and
effective herbal diuretic. It causes the body to throw out excess fluids. It
also has an anti-inflammatory effect and could be used in arthritic conditions.
It basically flushes out acids that irritate and inflame joints out of the
system. It also seems to gently flush out excess water form the joints. It
contains ample potassium to replace that which lost from the body in the
diuretic process. It does not provoke or aggravate the kidneys like modern
diuretic drugs do. It seems to remove uric acid and would be a useful remedy for
gout.
While the herb works gently, it can show effects rather quickly. Patients report
positive effects after just two weeks in experience trials. Positive effects in
gout may be achieved even quicker with the necessary dietary and lifestyle
modification.
