The dissolving effect of α- and β pinenes in pine resin to kidney stone

In folk medicine pinenes are used internally for expelling kidney stones. Terebinth is prepared using the oil filtered from oleoresin (turpentine). The homeopathic remedy is primarily used to treat problems of the kidney as well as the urethra. This homeopathic remedy was proved way back in the 19th century. Pine resin mostly contains diterpene and acids of abietic and pimaric types. αand β-pinene are readily absorbed through the pulmonary system, skin, and intestines. A general kidney cleanser and known to be effective with cystitis, hepatitis, prostate problems. Pinenes in volatile oils derived from plants are used widely for the treatment of renal stone disease.