A 2011 Cochrane review found that there is "no convincing evidence that phyllanthus, compared with placebo, benefits patients with chronic HBV (hepatitis B virus) infection." [2] Gallery [ edit ]

Okoli, C. O., Obidike, I. C., Ezike, A. C., Akah, P. A., and Salawu, O. A. Studies on the possible mechanisms of antidiabetic activity of extract of aerial parts of Phyllanthus niruri. Pharm.Biol. 2011;49(3):248-255. View abstract. Amaechina, F. C. and Omogbai, E. K. Hypotensive effect of aqueous extract of the leaves of Phyllanthus amarus Schum and Thonn (Euphorbiaceae). Acta Pol.Pharm. 2007;64(6):547-552. View abstract.Ali, H., Houghton, P. J., and Soumyanath, A. alpha-Amylase inhibitory activity of some Malaysian plants used to treat diabetes; with particular reference to Phyllanthus amarus. J Ethnopharmacol. 10-11-2006;107(3):449-455. View abstract. Blumberg, B. S., Millman, I., Venkateswaran, P. S., and Thyagarajan, S. P. Hepatitis B virus and hepatocellular carcinoma--treatment of HBV carriers with Phyllanthus amarus. Cancer Detect.Prev. 1989;14(2):195-201. View abstract. Quebra Pedra is available in capsule form, which can be taken upto three times daily. The shredded leaves can also be used to make tea bags, or loose tea that can be consumed either hot or cold. It has a smooth taste, similar to nettle tea and can be drunk throughout the day.

Joshi H, Parle M. Evaluation of the antiamnesic effects of Phyllanthus amarus in mice. Colombia Medica 2007;132-139. Citrus fruit juices and apple juice contain pectin, which works wonders for eliminating gallstones. There is a slightly more complicated home remedy that can treat gallstones effectively, but it needs to be followed for at least three days. Brook, M. G. Effect of Phyllanthus amarus on chronic carriers of hepatitis B virus. Lancet 10-29-1988;2(8618):1017-1018. View abstract. Antiviral and Antimicrobial**: Some studies suggest that Quebra Pedra may have antiviral and antimicrobial properties, which could be beneficial for various health issues. With more clinical research, it might be used to reduce the side effects of radiation therapy in cancer patients. Hair Growth PromotionThe myriad of chanca piedra’s folk uses reflect this plant’s incredible geographical and herbal diversity. Odetola, A. A. and Akojenu, S. M. Anti-diarrhoeal and gastro-intestinal potentials of the aqueous extract of Phyllanthus amarus (Euphorbiaceae). Afr.J Med Med Sci 2000;29(2):119-122. View abstract. Harikumar, K. B., Kuttan, G., and Kuttan, R. Phyllanthus amarus inhibits cell growth and induces apoptosis in Dalton's lymphoma ascites cells through activation of caspase-3 and downregulation of Bcl-2. Integr.Cancer Ther. 2009;8(2):190-194. View abstract.