Urolithiasis, the formation of urinary stones, is one of the oldest known diseases. Its incidence and prevalence is constantly increasing, sparing no geographical, cultural or racial boundaries. Currently available stone removal techniques are costly and have some serious side effects with limitation of recurrence of stone formation. The agents used clinically for prophylactic therapy are primarily aimed to correct the underlying metabolic disorders but the evidence for their effectiveness is still not convincing. Therefore, there is a need to look for an alternative therapy. This study...