In Europe, the golden herb has been used for over 700 years to treat chronic nephritis, cystitis, urinary stones, rheumatism and as an anti-inflammatory drug. Golden grass extract has been used in many diuretic products used to treat urinary stones and prostate problems. The pharmacological effects of these products are mainly due to the presence of phenolic compounds. Flavonoids (at least 2.5%), especially flavonols, are important phenolic compounds in golden grass because they have antioxidant effects and free radical scavenging. Recently, polyphenolic compounds have been extensively studied because they have had potential effects on several urinary tract diseases.
Herbal medicines containing golden grass have been well-tested for centuries to treat urinary tract diseases. These drugs have anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, diuretic, antispasmodic and analgesic effects; They have been used to treat inflammation, infection, prevent the formation of kidney stones, and to help expel urinary stones safely. In Europe, golden grass is a plant known for treating lower urinary tract infections and preventing kidney stones.
Schalk contains glycosides such as salicin and has been used in the treatment of urinary tract problems due to its antipyretic and diuretic effects. Salicylic acid derivatives and flavonoids are responsible for the anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antispasmodic, and antibacterial effects of Schalk, and its beneficial effects on urinary problems due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) may be due to the presence of zinc lignans.
Pumpkin seeds inhibit the enzyme 5-alpha reductase in vitro and have anti-androgenic and anti-inflammatory effects in vivo and are used to treat the symptoms of BPH. In several experimental and clinical studies, the effects of pumpkin seed extract on relieving urinary problems caused by BPH and irritable bladder have been proven. Pumpkin seeds have also been shown to reduce the incidence of calcium oxalate crystals in a study.