Tilvaka Fourth (Tilvaka Chaturtha)
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Diuretic action is achieved through emetics and purgatives.
Modern description
A ghee-based diuretic formulation, likely containing Haritaki Churna Prastha, milk of Maha Vriksha, Chavya Chitraka, and Karanja (Tilvaka).
Purpose
Diuretic action is achieved through emetics and purgatives.
Indications
- Obesity, sluggish metabolism, intestinal parasites, Ama accumulation, Kapha disorders, skin diseases related to Kapha imbalance.
Classical indications
- Udara roga (abdominal disorders)
- Shotha (edema)
- Gulma (abdominal lump)
Karma
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Lekhana
- Kapha-Vatahara
Key ingredients
- Trikatu
- Vidanga
- Tilvaka
- Triphala
Adult dose
3-6 grams
Pediatric dose
Dosage must be carefully determined by a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.
Preparation steps
- Collect the necessary ingredients: Haritaki Churna Prastha, milk of Maha Vriksha, Chavya Chitraka, and Tilvaka.
- Prepare a decoction of Haritaki.
- Mix the milk of Maha Vriksha and the powders of Chavya, Chitraka, and Tilvaka with the Haritaki decoction.
- Add ghee and cook until the mixture thickens to a ghee-like consistency.
- Allow to cool and store in an airtight container.
Safety contraindications
- [Pregnancy, lactation, severe dehydration, acute diarrhea, and intestinal obstruction.]
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Sushruta Samhita.
- Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI), Part I & II, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaishajya Ratnavali, Sharangadhara Samhita, and Sahasrayogam clinical guidelines.
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