ANSWER: A variety of remedies that claim to treat gallstones by cleansing the gallbladder are sold without a prescription. None of them have been shown to be effective.

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Wright said he recommends cleansing diets to patients in rare instances. For example, a gall bladder flush promotes the passage of stones and in some cases can eliminate the need for surgery.