PRIMARY STUDY
The Effect of Terpene Combination on Ureter Calculus Expulsion After Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
Key Findings: Rowatinex was effective at increasing the expulsion rate of ureteral stones 4 weeks after the initial SWL. Rowatinex may increase the long-term success rate of SWL, especially when used for more than 4 weeks without significant adverse effects.
Type of Study: Clinical Trial
Study Sample Size: 499
Study Result: Positive
Research Location(s): South Korea
Year of Pub: 2014
Cannabinoids Studied:
Phytocannabinoid Source: Not Applicable
Terpenes Studied: Borneol, Eucalyptol, Pinene
Dosage: Two study groups: Group 1 received an analgesic, Tamsulosin 0.2 mg, and Rowatinex (1 capsule 3x/day); Group 2 received an analgesic and Tamsulosin 0.2 mg but not Rowatinex
Route of Administration: Oral (Ingestion)
Citation: Kim DH, et al. The effect of terpene combination on ureter calculus expulsion after extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy. Korean J Urol. 2014; 55:36-40. doi: 10.4111/kju.2014.55.1.36
Authors: Kim DH, Goh HJ, Lee HW, Kim KS, Kim YT, Moon HS, Lee SW, Park SY
