3. SAMBONG ( Blumea balsamifera ) I. Folkloric Validation a. Used by most traditional healers for Cough, Colds, Fever, Headaches & Post-Partum bath b. 100% of healers reported the same side effect: DIURESIS Philippine Herbs
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5. Chemical research Identification of volatile components in Sambong by GC-MS
6. Chemical research Identification of volatile components in sambong by GC-MS Flavanone-A
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8. FIG 1. Diuretic Effect of Sambong (By NIRPROMP) 60% Average Increase in 24 hr. Urine Volume
9. FIG 2. Effect of Sambong on Blood Electrolytes (By NIRPROMP) *Changes not statistically significant Mean Serum Electrolyte Before Sambong After Sambong % Change * Sodium (mEq/L) 139.9 136.7 2.3% Potassium (mEq/L) 4.6 4.3 6.5% Chloride (mEq/L) 101.7 101.3 0.3%
10. Fig 3. Extended Open Phase 3 Clinical Trial: Effectivity of Sambong vs. Urolithiasis (By Jaime Purification, MD) * 89% Effectivity Rate vs. Urinary Tract Stones