Lithokinetic therapy after SWL: the possibilities of natural terpenes in combination with vitamin E

Introduction. Lithokinetic therapy after remote shock wave uretero lithotripsy (SWL) is an obligatory stage in the postoperative management of patients with urolithiasis. In the postoperative period, it is extremely important to correctly determine the required drug, its dosage and frequency of administration. According to clinical guidelines, it is customary to use standard schemes of lithokinetic therapy, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in combination with α-blockers. However, the effectiveness of this therapy does not always lead to success. In this regard, the use of herbal remedies is additionally recommended. One of the phytopreparations is the biologically active additive Renotinex, which is a combination of essential oil (anethole), 6 natural terpenes and an oil solution of vitamin E. Materials and methods. The study involved 100 patients with 4-10 mm ureteral stones after an SWL session. Patients were randomized into 2 groups: study and control, which included 50 patients each. The treatment was carried out for 28 days. Unlike patients in the control group, the patients of the main group, along with standard lithokinetic therapy (diclofenac, 1 supp