The Materia Medica of the Hindus, compiled from Sanskrit Medical Works c4.s8.35

c4.s8.35

In anasarca, iron is given in combination with carbonate of potash, as in the following called *Tryushanádi lauha*.¹ Take of *yavakshára* (impure carbonate of potash), ginger, long pepper and black pepper, one part each, iron four parts. Make into six-grain pills with water.