Criston Capsule is a proprietary Ayurvedic medicine manufactured by Ayulabs Pvt. Ltd. It is a urinary antiseptic having effective diuretic action. Criston relieves renal colic and expels gravel in urine and checks crystalluria, arrests recurrence of urinary calculi and relieves colic, spasm and pain.
Criston changes colloid-crystalloid balance, disintegrates calculi and helps in painless elimination. Criston usefully corrects hyper-oxalluria, hyper-crystalluria and hematuria and prevents recurrence.
Uses
Benefits of Criston Capsule:
Disintegrates and dissolves the calculi, clears the blockage.
Inhibits crystallization of phosphates and oxalates.
Induces diuresis, prevents super saturation of urine.
Contents
Ingredients of criston Capsule:
Each 500 mg capsule contains
Chandraprabha vati – 120 mg – It is a tablet, used in Ayurvedic treatment of diabetes, diseases of urinary track,
Eladi choorna – 100 mg
Hazrool yahood bhasma – 80 mg – It is an Ayurvedic medicine in powder form, used in the treatment of difficulty in urination, calculi etc. It is also known as Badarashma.
Trivikrama rasa – 40 mg
Tankana -Borax – 40 mg
Pashanabheda -Berginia ligulata – 40 mg – 40 mg
Gokshura -Tribulus terrestris – 40 mg
Shilapushpa -Parmelia perlata – 40 mg
Indications
Indication of Criston Capsule:
Renal calculi
Urethral calculi
Dysuria
Anuresis
Burning micturition
Hematuria
Secondary infections due to calculi
Read related: Urinari calculi – Home Remedies, Ayurved Treatment, Diet, Recipes
Dose
Dosage of Criston Capsule:
2-3 capsules a day with plenty of water, preferably coconut water or as directed by the physician.
For better and faster results Criston Syrup may be given with Criston Capsule.
With western medicines
Seek your doctor’s advice if you are taking this product along with other western (allopathic/modern) medicines. Some Ayurvedic herbs can interact with modern medicine.
If both Ayurvedic and allopathic medicines are advised together, then it is best to take allopathic medicine first, wait for 30 minutes and then, after a gap of 15 – 30 minutes, take Ayurvedic medicine or as directed by the physician.
Can this be used while taking Homeopathic medicine?
Yes. This product does not react with homeopathic medicine.
With supplements like multivitamin tablets, Omega 3 fatty acids etc?
Yes. Generally, this product goes well with most of the dietary supplements. However, if you are taking more than one product per day, please consult your doctor for an opinion.
Side effects
Side effects of Criston Capsule:
There are no known side effects with this medicine.
However, it is best to use this medicine under medical supervision.
Store in a cool dry place, away from sunlight.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
Seek your doctor’s advice for its usage during pregnancy.
This product can be safely used during lactation period and in children for a limited period of few weeks time.
Package,Manufacturers and shelf life
Presentation & Package:
Blister pack of 10*10 capsules.
Manufactured By: Ayulabs Pvt. Ltd.
How long to use?
This product can be used for a period of 2 – 3 months of time, based on your doctor’s advice.
Shelf life: 3 years from the date of manufacturing.
Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
This article is written by Dr. Janardhana V Hebbar BAMS, MD (Ayu), PGDPSM, Managing Director, Easy Ayurveda Hospital.
It is reviewed by Dr. Raviganesh Mogra BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Medical Officer, Easy Ayurveda Hospital
