Kidney Stones

[sheels_1999]

I was put on potassium citrate and allopurinol . I am curious as to which one is suppose to actually dissolve my uric acid stones. I don't really know much about these medications I hope someone can enlighten me.

[JFisher]

Well...the allopurinol is for control of the uric acid in your body. The potassium citrate is supposed to reduce the amount of oxalate in your system. In nine years, I have never found a medication that dissolves stones. They just don't exist. There are no miracle cures or herbal remedies.

I am also taking Allopurinol and Potassium Citrate for "calcium-oxalate stones". The doctor tells me that I will have to take these pills for the rest of my life. I stopped eating salty foods and I drink 2-3 liters of filtered water every day. I used to grow new stones every 2-3 months, but haven't seen a stone in over 6 months now. I think I found what works for me. Good luck.

[sheels_1999]

Uric acid stones are the one type of stones that can be dissolved.

Have you noticed any side affects from these medications?

[JFisher]

Just some mild stomach irritation.

[mokpar]

allopurinol is suppost to dissolve them but it will take at least 3 months...you need to drink lemon juice..Lemon juice concentrate 1 cup and 7 cups of water...I dont' put sugar in it..Be careful with the allopurinol because it requires blood tests every 3 months to check your liver...I quit take it, I did not want any more problems that what I already had...Hydrangea and marshmellow and gravel root herbs are suppost to dissolve stones, lemonade will make your urine acidic to help prevent stones, also limiting meats will help